Sole Superior returns for a physical event this November 26 at club Drip after a two-year hiatus. The sneaker and streetwear convention celebrates its ninth edition since its inception in 2013, and like previous editions, expect nothing less than multiple booths putting up the hottest sneakers up for sale. Rub shoulders with other sneakerheads, who will be decked out in their grails. While you’re there, tune in to local musical acts such as Sludgefest and Microchip Terror.
Here are some highlights you can expect:
Sole Superior x Saint Barkley sneaker collaboration preview
Sneakers that both look and smell dope? That’s what you’re in for with the Sole Superior x Saint Barkley collaboration, which features an exclusive sneaker line-up inspired by the hugely popular scratch and sniff stickers of the 80s. Based on a five-year friendship between Sole Superior and the Indonesian footwear brand, the SS x SB sneakers will be revealed for the first time this November - lucky you.
SUPERIOR THINGS Exclusive SS 2022 Event Merchandise
Stranger Things fans, this one’s for you. The merchandise line, designed by Singaporean artist JL and produced by Indonesian streetwear brand YAUDS, includes adult and kids tees inspired by Netflix hit show, Stranger Things. Only 80 pieces available across all sizes made available exclusively on the day.
Binary Chiptune Showcase
Visitors to the convention can expect an eclectic line-up of “Low Tech Electrionic Music” from Binary, with underground genres like Chipdoom, Chiptune, Industrial Dark Synth and Digital Punk Rock. Local acts gracing the scene include SWITCHBLADES, Sludgefeast, Microchip Terror and N3M3515.
SUPERIOR FRIENDS Launch
In celebrating nine years of artist collaborations and friendships, Sole Superior will launch its first online gallery and digital showcase, presenting NFTs with past collaborators and new talents. Some of the works include Merchant (Night) by Lonerslugs and Garden Song. Bids can also be placed on these NFTs that’s available for auction.
Besides these activities, there are also lucky draw prizes and giveaways to be won. For those looking to purchase sneakers, apparel and collectibles, there will be a community marketplace and booths by independent vendors.
Sole Superior 2022 will be held at Drip Singapore, 100 Orchard Road, Singapore 238840, from 1pm to 7pm. Tickets start from $10 and can be purchased via Eventbrite.