Sure, everyone knows the iconic sneaker that bears his name, but what do you know about the man behind the style? 
Known for his characteristic collaborations with heritage brands, Todd Snyder presents The Jack Purcell Collection, a capsule celebrating the life and legend of the man himself. 
A badminton player from Ontario, Canada, Purcell would go from amateur competitor to professional World Champion in just a few short years, and would remain on top, unbeaten until his retirement in 1945. His eponymous sneaker, created in 1935 for the BF Goodrich company, brought a flat-soled, court-ready, white canvas and rubber low top silhouette to the forefront of all racquet sports, where it remained a go-to shoe for much of the 20th century.
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Credits:
Talent: Zer Ulucan
Photography: Angella Choe
Video: Lisa Choe
Design: Christian Gonzales
Music: Loman