London is a jigsaw of cultures, histories and identities. A patchwork where each piece is entirely different to those it surrounds. Where a bustling sub-culture can be entirely situated on one small street. As a result, the city is the perfect place to find yourself, your community and expression, while crafting the legacy you want to leave on this planet. This exploration away from the grind of work life is the same vision held by Reebok’s Legacy Collection; with two of their 80s trainers now reimagined to facilitate relaxation and rejuvenation within the lifestyles of a new generation of busy city-dwellers.
To explore how the adaptable trainers work across the myriad of the city’s styles, eight Londoners were photographed by Max Cornwall in fits they put together to pair with Reebok’s Club C Legacy and Classic Leather Legacy AZ trainers. Looks that represent them, their interests and their unique style-identities that have been moulded by the city’s streets they call home.
Ralph photographed by Max Cornwall.
Ralph, 25
Model and illustrator in Dagenham.
How would you describe the street style of Dagenham?
Fun, free-spirited and creative.
How do you like to relax and recharge in the city?
Going to life drawing classes or finding a nice area to sit and draw with a friend.
Mariam photographed by Max Cornwall.
Mariam, 21
Model in East London.
How would you describe the street style of East London?
Experimental, risk-taking, and innovative.
How do you like to relax and recharge in the city?
I’m a sucker for sunsets! You’ll also find me in a park or cemetery meditating.
What inspires you about London?
The freedom to discover and express your identity, fashion and creative interests.
Makito photographed by Max Cornwall.
Makito, 26
Model in East London.
What inspires you about London?
The people.
With their Legacy Collection, Reebok wants to encourage the next generation to challenge the status quo. What do you want your legacy to be?
I want to achieve something new that I haven’t even started yet.
Tyrus photographed by Max Cornwall.
Tyrus, 21
Actor, musician, dancer and creative in Newham, East London.
How do you like to relax and recharge in the city?
I create and listen to music daily. I also play football in local parks where I can just unwind.
Do you remember the first Reebok item you ever owned?
In Primary School I had a pair of white Reebok Workouts with the ice blue sole. You couldn’t take them off my feet!
What do you want your legacy to be?
That I’m still creating timeless work that will inspire other creatives globally for generations.
Desi photographed by Max Cornwall.
Desi, 21
Photographer in St John’s Wood, London.
Why did you choose this outfit to pair with the Classic Leather Legacy AZ trainer?
It’s comfortable but I also love the cut of the arms. They add a little sexiness.
Do you remember the first Reebok item you ever owned?
My first Reeboks were completely pink and I was obsessed with them!
Isabelle photographed by Max Cornwall.
Isabelle, 21
Model in Elephant and Castle, London.
Why did you choose this outfit to pair with the Reebok Club C Legacy trainer?
These are two of my favourite items to wear and because the outfit is quite oversized, there’s enough going on to connect perfectly with the shoes.
The original Reebok Club C trainer is 36 years old, what dream do you want to have achieved in 36 years time?
I will be living in Italy with my own vineyard and sit there all day drinking good wine and eating beautiful food.
Laurie photographed by Max Cornwall.
Laurie, 19
Student in Camden, London.
How would you describe the street style of Camden?
Unique, grungy and contemporary.
How do you like to relax and recharge in the city?
Walking through the streets without a destination.
Betty photographed by Max Cornwall.
Betty, 19
Artist and roller-skater in West London.
What inspires you about London?
The contagious and addictive energy. The grime and underground scenes are like nowhere else.
What do you want your legacy to be?
To have my own gallery for Black British and diasporic art.
Click here to shop the Reebok Legacy Collection.
Credits
Photographer: Max Cornwall
Styling: Louis Prier-Tisdall
Art Direction: Yara Heine
Hair Stylist: Shunsuke Meguro
Make Up Artist: Flo Lee
Production: Laurene Mpia
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