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These $1M Yeezys Are the Most Valuable Sneaker Ever Auctioned at Sotheby's - and Kanye West Wore Them

Sotheby's is selling Kanye West's Nike "Air Yeezy" sample sneakers, which he wore on stage at the 2008 Grammys during his performances of "Hey Mama" and "Stronger." The auction house is in current possession of the sneakers, which are being sold by sneaker collector Ryan Chang. The collector is set to showcase the shoes in an exhibition at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from April 16 to April 21.

The sneakers come in a size 12 and were designed by Kanye and Mark Smith in Nike's "Innovation Kitchen" in Oregon. They feature black leather uppers with perforated detailing and a tonal Swoosh on the overlay. They also have a Nike Yeezy forefoot strap and "Y" medallion lace locks in bright pink. The sneakers will come in a custom lasered wooden box featuring a design by Smith. If you're hoping to buy the sneakers, just know that they are currently being valued in excess of $1 million and the most valuable pair of sneakers ever to go on sale at Sotheby's. The sneakers are available via private sale, with interested parties invited to submit offers directly to Sotheby's. Keep reading to get a closer look at the sneakers from all angles.

Related:
Kanye West Is Launching Yeezy x Gap, and We Bet North West Already Has Some in Her Closet


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