Artist Turns Apple Sneaker Emoji Into Real Product

Thanks to Apple Intelligence and Genmoji, users can now create their own emoji. However, classic emoji are still available and will certainly never go out of style. Emojis are so popular that one artist has turned Apple's sneaker emoji into a real product.

You can now buy shoes that look like an emoji designed by Apple

According to The Verge, artist and designer Jose Wong has decided to create real sneakers based on the Apple-designed emojis that are familiar to many iPhone, iPad, and Mac users. Dubbed “The Shoe 1,” they will be available in sizes 5 through 12 and will retail online for $219.90 a pair.

If the Shoe 1 or Apple sneaker emoji looks familiar, that's because the emoji was inspired by the classic New Balance 574, which was often worn by Apple co-founder Steve Jobs. However, the emoji replaces the New Balance logo with two parallel strokes.

Wong used elements from both the New Balance 574 and Apple products to create The Shoe 1. For example, the packaging is very minimalist, with the sleeve stating “Designed by Josewong in China. On the other hand, the insoles mimic the internal components of an iPhone.

The upper of the shoe is made of genuine nubuck leather combined with mesh for breathability, while the midsole and heel are made of lightweight EVA foam combined with a polyurethane rim to provide a combination of comfort and “all-day support.”

Those interested in The Shoe 1 can order them now. Wong says the shoes will begin shipping next week, and that all sales will be “final” with no refunds. Units will likely be limited. You can read more about it here.