#SneakerheadProject: Shari

Tell us about yourself.

“My name is Shari, I’m 35 years old and I’m a DJ from Los Angeles, California.”

How long have you been a sneaker lover?

“I have been a sneaker lover since I was a baby. No lie, when I look back at old pics I’m wearing sneakers. I hated dressy shoes and I always wanted to wear my sneakers. I’ve been a tomboy my whole life so sneakers have always been my choice!”

Do you remember your introduction to the sneaker game?

“I was introduced to the shoe game by my dad in middle school. Shoutout to him for wanting to spend money on my shoes. I remember I really wanted a pair of Jordan 8s and they were sold out everywhere. Everyone at school got a pair except for me so I really wanted them! My dad surprised me with a pair. From that day forward, getting shoes that no one had gave me a rush! I knew this game was gon stress me out!”

What is your favorite pair of sneakers?

“My favorite pair of sneakers are my classic Chicago Jordan 1s! They are my babies! They are versatile and that shoe pops every outfit!”

What are you wearing now?

“I am wearing my Pine Green Jordan 1s. My fave color.”

What is your favorite sneaker colorway?

“My favorite colorways are the Chicago’s (black and red) and the UNC’s (baby blue and white). Classic colors make my heart smile.”

If you could collaborate with any sneaker brand, who would you collaborate with and why?

“I would collaborate with Nike. Checks over stripes. Nike is global and I would want my shoes to be everywhere and when you think shoes you think Nike.”

What do you think the sneaker game is missing?

“I think the shoe game is missing winning links for regular people. There are people who sit on shoes people really want. Shoes should be accessible to everyone. I should be able to walk into Foot Locker and buy Jordans or any shoe for that matter! Those are no different than buying a pair of Stan Smiths.”

To keep up with Shari aka DJ ShariShades, be sure to follow her on Instagram @ShariShades!