A moment of Sneaker History

Ever since his debut in WWE in 2012, Roman Reigns, popularly referred to as the “Tribal Chief” has been ruling the rooster. Born into one of Wrestling’s most influential families, the Anoa’i line, Leati Joseph Anoa’i, whom the world came to know as Reigns has time and again proven worthy of the billing. Much like his stable mates, Reigns was an injury-prone college football star before turning to wrestling. Being a powerful athlete along with having the looks, he was rapidly promoted to the WWE where he has won world championships several times. Reigns first signed for WWE to continue his family’s tradition and to make a statement that he was capable of standing on his own. However, when he recently finally debuted on WWE for the first time from an injury spell, fans not only focused on his wrestling acumen, but also on the Air Jordan 1 sneakers he had on — the biggest sneaker moment in WWE history.

In this article, we look at the historical analysis of the shoe, and better understand the appeal of the Air Jordan 1.

The Air Jordan 1 is quite popular but getting to see one of WWE most popular superstars rocking these classic sneakers was very exciting. The shoes specifically The Air Jordan 1s that many consider having set a cultural tone in basketball, fashion, and streetwear are now the symbol of the same. Reigns decision to wear them during his WWE return only served to make them even more culturally resonant. This was clearly a ‘power’ option and very consistent with the ‘Tribal Chief’ identity.

The HYPE Behind Reigns’ Jordan 1s

It did not take very long for the sneaker heads to notice and there was a stir on the social media platforms. It’s not just a proclamation of Reigns fashion but also wrestling and sneaker enthusiasts know that this is the military style is the way to go. The audience in WWE many of which are shoe enthusiast were interested in knowing more about the shoes. His Air Jordan 1s are quite stylish and had a colorway that appealed to the fans further igniting the sneaker culture.

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Roman Reigns blending shoes with wrestling industry is part of the manner in which fashion and sports entertainment are now connected. Air Jordan 1 has slowly become a part of athletes, celebrities, and influential people’s fashion statement. In merging these two worlds, Reigns was thus able to hit another level of ‘cool,’ which only augured well for him in and out of the squared circle.

Post that moment barely identified WWE style.

This is not merely the next Swoosh: this is the future of WWE style.

** Having had a well-documented wrestling career where he dominated his rivals Reigns is now also being appreciated for his dressing code. This is especially evident on his arrival back to WWE video wearing Air Jordan 1 shoes which wrestling superfans and sneakerheads alike can take note.

On the whole, Reigns’ WWE return in holyrighteous Air Jordan 1s wasn’t a comeback but a proclamation. Undoubtedly a moment that will be recalled not only to what took place in the match but in what it created in the way of sneaker lore and WWE style.