Shattered Swoosh

Descendant of Thieves was Here

Customized AF1

Made in our NYC Studio Workshop

The Descendant of Thieves customized AF1 "Shattered Swoosh" first took shape as a personal project of our creative director, beginning with an idea to reimagine a classic sneaker. He sought to infuse personal artistry into the sneaker, just as he does with every piece of Descendant of Thieves clothing. Soon, these custom AF1 sneakers evolved into our team uniform—a testament to individuality.

Each pair is customized at our NYC studio, which is more than just a workspace—it's a place of innovation and artistic collaboration. The team immerses themselves in the creative process, from conceptual sketches to the final handcrafted product. The time-intensive process ensures that no two pairs are exactly alike. Subtle differences in each creation highlight the artisanal quality of work.

While this customization project is off-the-grid and not affiliated with Nike, it stands as a respectful salute to their influential role in shaping sneaker culture.

In a world of mass production, we pride ourselves on celebrating individuality through the products we make, including our customization projects. These kicks are not just footwear; they are statement pieces.

While these custom sneakers are not available for sale, we are passionate about sharing the stories behind our creations.


Tea Stained Version

Continue Reading

Smif-n-Wessun Interview

Smif-n-Wessun Interview

We recently sat with Smif-N-Wessun at our Mulberry Street shop. The legendary Brooklyn hip-hop duo has left an undeniable mark on New York rap culture and street style. The conversation was too goo...
Men’s vacation print shirt inspired by HBO MAX The White Lotus . Resortwear Fashion.

White Lotus Effect

What started as an HBO Max TV series about wealth, secrets, and suspicious smiles at luxury resorts has morphed into a full-blown cultural phenomenon—one that’s shaping not just where people travel...
Raekwon, member of Wu-Tang Clan wearing Descendant of Thieves small-batch menswear.

Raekwon x Descendant of Thieves

Raekwon and Descendant of Thieves unite in a brand partnership that blends hip-hop royalty with NYC-born small-batch menswear, celebrating authenticity, individuality, and mastery of craft.
Raekwon of Wu-Tang Clan wearing Descendant of Thieves clothing during Las Vegas residency

Wu-Tang in Style

Wu-Tang Clan and Descendant of Thieves have teamed up for Wu-Tang's Las Vegas residency. This partnership unites two iconic brands driven by authenticity and defiance, reflecting a shared philosoph...
Smif-n-Wessun Interview

Smif-n-Wessun Interview

We recently sat with Smif-N-Wessun at our Mulberry Street shop. The legendary Brooklyn hip-hop duo has left an undeniable mark on New York rap culture and street style. The conversation was too goo...
Men’s vacation print shirt inspired by HBO MAX The White Lotus . Resortwear Fashion.

White Lotus Effect

What started as an HBO Max TV series about wealth, secrets, and suspicious smiles at luxury resorts has morphed into a full-blown cultural phenomenon—one that’s shaping not just where people travel...
Raekwon, member of Wu-Tang Clan wearing Descendant of Thieves small-batch menswear.

Raekwon x Descendant of Thieves

Raekwon and Descendant of Thieves unite in a brand partnership that blends hip-hop royalty with NYC-born small-batch menswear, celebrating authenticity, individuality, and mastery of craft.
Raekwon of Wu-Tang Clan wearing Descendant of Thieves clothing during Las Vegas residency

Wu-Tang in Style

Wu-Tang Clan and Descendant of Thieves have teamed up for Wu-Tang's Las Vegas residency. This partnership unites two iconic brands driven by authenticity and defiance, reflecting a shared philosoph...

Featured

Descendant of Thieves New York Logo
Stores
203 Bleecker Street
247 Mulberry Street


If you are reading this, you pay as
close attention to the details as we do.