In the bustling streets of New York City, where creativity thrives, and cultures blend, artist and entrepreneur Ariie West, also known by his fashion house moniker "Plugged," is set to unveil his latest venture: the Ariie-Plugged art project. This innovative fusion of fashion, art, and music features the iconic Reebok Pump Omni Zone II sneakers, each adorned with working sockets and plugs, transforming footwear into a bold statement of unity and connection.
Since 2021, Ariie has been collaborating with Reebok, further cementing his status as a key player in the fashion world. Positioned among NYC and Harlem's creative icons like Teyana Taylor and ASAP Rocky, the 25-year-old embodies the essence of artistic greatness. His unique vision seamlessly merges music and fashion, striving to bridge diverse backgrounds with a powerful message of unity.
This dynamic showcase is set to mesmerize New York City in the summer of 2024. It will feature 20 unique wearable sneaker art pieces curated by Ariie West himself. The project involves linking these sneakers in a chain, with one end connected to a speaker and the other to an audio source. This installation illustrates humanity's diverse yet interconnected nature, emphasizing our common origin and the unifying theme of one human race.
By integrating Reebok Pump sneakers with functional electrical components, Ariie has transcended the traditional boundaries of fashion, creating wearable and thought-provoking pieces. Each sneaker in the collection is not just a piece of footwear but a symbol of humanity's interconnectedness, highlighting how, despite our differences, we are all plugged into the same source—Earth.
Those interested in viewing the Ariie-Plugged art project will be able to RSVP for the event at byAutrumn.com on July 4, 2024 at 12 PM ET. While the footwear utilized in the art piece won’t be available to purchase, Ariie has hinted that a few pairs will be raffled off. For more updates on the latest happenings in the sneaker and streetwear world, download the Sole Retriever mobile app.
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Sneakerhead from South Florida who turned his passion into a career. Concerts, music, trying new restaurants, and catching the latest movies are some of the things I enjoy when not writing for Sole Retriever. Email: nick@soleretriever.com
