Black history month is in full effect and what better way to celebrate our history than to take a look at the styles and trends that shaped our culture?
Dominique Hobdy
Feb, 07, 2017
In the ’80s, you couldn’t go far without seeing the famous Reebok Freestyle Hi sneakers. Debuting in 1982, the shoes were dubbed 5411’s in reference to their price after taxes and became a staple in hip hop culture. Check out the video above for a stylish history lesson on this Black style staple.
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