Section 4 - Impact of Social and Cultural Influences

Question 1

Influence 1 - Hiking Boots

Answer 1

The Nike Air forces were influenced by hiking boots

This can be seen in the high top design of the shoe which in hiking boots helps to support the ankle while hiking and that was translated into supporting the ankle while playing sport

Question 2

Influence 2 - Notre Dame cathedral

Answer 2

The Nike Air forces were influenced by the Notre Dame cathedral in Paris

This can be seen in the way groves along the side of the Air force, as it was inspired by the lugs along the side of the Notre Dame cathedral’s floor plans.