tb-two* talked to some sneaker heads to ask them about their soft-soled obsession. — MARLENE MIRANDA, Wharton High

Brittney Glennon, Hillsborough High junior
Why sneakers? My sister got me my very first pair in middle school, and after that I was a hype beast that had to have every one.
Your favorite pair of kicks? Space Jams! The Space Jams were super rare and took a lot of time to get. Also Space Jam is my favorite movie, and Michael Jordan wore them in it.
How many pairs do you have? 25
Do you have any custom sneakers? No, I thought they were fake-looking
What’s your favorite brand? Jordan, all the way.
(Her collection pictured, top left)

Kevin Konsavanh Rattanachane, St. Petersburg High freshman
Why sneakers? I started collecting sneakers just because I have to match, I really don’t know why, but it feels right.
Favorite pair of kicks? My favorite would probably be Supreme SBs.
How many pairs do you have? I used to have over 20 pairs, but I gave away or sold (some) of them, so I have about 13 pairs left for myself.
What’s your favorite brand? Puma suedes.
(His collection pictured, bottom left)

Tristan Roque,  Wharton High senior
Why sneakers?  Collecting kicks was a big thing in New York while I was in high school. Most of my friends were sneaker heads.
Favorite pair of kicks? My favorite pair of kicks that I own: Nike SB MF Dooms. My favorite pair that I want: Nike SB Tiffanys.
How many pairs do you have? I had a lot before I moved to Florida, but with limited space I had to sell a lot of them. I currently have about 22 pairs
Do you have any custom sneakers? I don’t have any custom sneakers, but I do have sample shoes from Nike.
(His collection pictured, bottom right)