This "gotta have something new" synergy extends to all markets from cars, to phones (thanks Steve), to fashion. As far as fashion goes, everyone in my age range is a self-proclaimed "sneaker head". Or at least that's how it seems. How is everybody a head?
Who cares how many pair of dunks you own, if YOU don't like them. Its important to grab selections that are relevant for your cypher. Here are a couple examples of how I've lived out this philosophy.
I own a pair of Havana Joe's boots which I purchased in 2002. They only get "bumped" for beer runs when its cold and wet, further persevering my newer boot purchases. These joints are super scuffed, but are the "jordan retro" of boots to me. In High School owning a pair of these meant you were ether "nickel and dimming", or you had a legal hustle. I wear them with conviction.
My red and white Air Force One's (2001) purpose is room decoration. I wear them maybe one or twice a year, the extensive yellowing around the soles prevents them from hardly ever leaving the shoe rack. The only reason I am holding on to this pair is due to the "Chi-Town" stitching on the outer heel of both shoes. "If you forget where you come from you're never make it where you're going", these shoes help me remember.
Yes, I fall victim to today's overwhelming marketing confederacies. I guess I'm comforted in the ability to say "no" just as quick as I say "yes", when new toys are flashed in front of my eyes.
Let go of the things that you don't need anymore, this prevents you from being an applicable prospect for A&E's Hoarders. However, it pays to keep some things. Who knows maybe one day you will be able to demand 5,000 racks for your keep sake.
Source:
http://www.complex.com/sneakers/2011/02/must-see-these-dirty-nikes-sold-for-5000
