Apple shoes on sale for $50K: Here's why the 'ultra rare' sneakers are so expensive
Ultra rare Apple sneakers for sale (Sothebys)
A pair of "ultra rare" Apple sneakers are on sale for a whopping $50,000.
According to Sotheby’s, which is selling the shoes (not auctioning them), the classic white sneakers were custom-made for Apple employees at a mid-’90s Apple sales conference. They were never sold to the public.
READ MORE: Iconic Louise Bourgeois 'Spider' sculpture fetches record $32.8M at auction
Sotheby’s said more than 22,000 customers purchased Apple-branded clothing and accessories in 1985, "a testament to the public’s dedication across categories."
The history of Apple, Inc.
How two college dropouts built what would become one of the world's most influential companies.
"Featuring a predominately white upper, the old school rainbow Apple logo — on both the tongue and lateral quarter — is a standout detail," Sotheby’s said. "This particular pair of sneakers is one of the most obscure in existence and highly coveted on the resale market."
'Ultra rare' Apple sneakers for sale (Sotheby's)
The sneakers are new in a box with an extra pair of red shoelaces included, but "the shoes’ condition is consistent with age."
READ MORE: ‘Exceptionally rare’ Rembrandt portraits rediscovered after 200 years in hiding
"Imperfections include yellowing around the midsoles and glue, and light marks on the toe boxes," Sotheby’s said. "Sneakers manufactured 10 years or more prior to date of sale may display signs of age and may deteriorate faster with wear."
Visit the Sotheby’s website for more information.
Orlando Weather Forecast: Tracking showers
FOX 35 Storm Team Senior Meteorologist Noah Bergren is tracking lots of clouds and showers across central Florida again for Tuesday.
Seminole County helps prepare kids for back-to-school
The Addition Financial Foundation unveiled five newly transformed “needs spaces” designed to support students and families experiencing homelessness or financial hardship. FOX 35's Alexus Cleavenger took viewers through the experience. Additionally, Seminole County Sheriff Dennis Lemma and deputies took hundreds of kids back-to-school shopping at the Oviedo Mall
Florida Sheriff's Association weighs in on property tax proposal
With the upcoming decision on whether to ditch property taxes in Florida or maintain the status quo, the Florida Sheriff's Association weighs in on the matter, voicing concerns with Constitutional Amendment 3, saying it "potentially allows Tallahassee to control your budgets..." The amendment will be up for vote during the Nov. 3 general election.
Inside look at Central Florida's young fashion designers
Central Florida’s creative talent is taking over the runway! The 407's Lauren Margolis gives us an inside look at local young fashion designers who traveled to Tampa to showcase their original designs. These students competed in The Stitch, Jr., a fashion design competition produced by the Tampa Bay Fashion Experience and The Fashion Movement. 11-year-old Brooke won a trip to New York City to attend Christian Siriano’s Fashion Bootcamp. She amazed the judges with her multi-print jacket, sage green blouse, light-pink Bermuda pant, oyster shell necklace and crocheted handbag.
Orlando weather: Rain ahead, temperatures in low-90s
Western Florida is getting some much-needed rain with some rain totals measuring from 18 to 20 inches in Cedar Key and Inglis, respectively. While Orlando received just over an inch, rain chances are expected throughout the week amid 90-degree weather.
Florida man set to pilot NASA SpaceX Crew-13 mission to ISS
NASA pilot and DeBary, Florida native-Luke Delany is set to pilot the NASA SpaceX Crew-13 on its mission to the ISS. Delany, along with fellow NASA astronaut Jessica Watkins, CSA’s Joshua Kutryk and Roscosmos’ Sergey Teteryatnikov are set to launch no earlier than mid-September, NASA said.
Save big on Wild Florida's drive-thru safari before school starts
The 407's Lauren Margolis is taking an adventure through Wild Florida! Now through Aug 7, families can score huge savings with their Back-to-School Deal: pay just $59.99 per carload for the Drive-Thru Safari instead of the standard per-person ticket. Plus, every safari admission includes free entry to the Gator Park!
Florida family attacked, stabbed by intruder in home, deputies say
A Brevard County family is speaking out after they say a hit-and-run suspect broke into their home demanding a car. When the didn't comply, he grabbed a kitchen knife, harming a woman and her son, a arrest affidavit said. The woman said she doesn't feel safe.
Man arrested after hours-long SWAT standoff at Volusia Couty home
After Volusia Couty SWAT responded to a Seville home on Aug. 2 for a well-being check, an armed man barricaded in the home was arrested after an hours-long standoff, deputies said. The suspect, Austin Mowery, 28, was taken to jail on an aggravated assault charge. He’s being held without bond.
NASA provides update on SpaceX Crew‑13 mission to the International Space Station
NASA provided an update Monday from the Johnson Space Center in Houston on the SpaceX Crew‑13 mission to the International Space Station (ISS).