Canton, MA (October 26, 2004) - In a world where holiday presents have become extravagant items such as million dollar bras and personalized blimps, Reebok follows suit by unveiling Allen Iverson's signature, Question re-designed by Jacob Arabo, jeweler to the stars. The special edition Question, encrusted with 246 diamonds set in pure white gold fastened down each shoelace, is the ultimate in footwear decadence. Featuring a sleek, black full leather upper with silver detailing, the special edition Question is available for the high-roller price of $65,000 - equipped with a stainless steel suitcase for optimal security. The shoe will be available November 1st only in the Eastbay Holiday Gift Guide and at www.eastbay.com.
Created in 1996, The Question was the first shoe Reebok ever created with Allen Iverson. It represented the questions around the young and new Iverson. Now, at 28-years old, Iverson has proven there are no questions about his talent and impact on the game of basketball. "The first Question stood for something for both Reebok and Allen Iverson," notes Todd Krinsky, vice president of Reebok Basketball and Rbk product. When approached by Eastbay for an "over the top" shoe for their 2004 Gift Guide, the Question was the perfect choice. "Eight years later, we wanted to create a new edition of the classic - just as unique as the original. This edition secures the Question's place as one of the key shoes in any sneakerologists' collection."
Reebok knew that if a shoe was going to be designed right, it needed to be done by the master, Jacob Arabo better known as "Jacob the Jeweler." Jacob founded his business, Jacob & Co. in 1981 in New York City. Jacob Arabo's passion for jewelry began when he was a young boy growing up in Russia and has continued to evolve. Jacob, a man who loves sports almost as much as designing jewelry was thrilled at the opportunity to design this one-of-a-kind creation. Jacob's roster of clients includes Rbk artists such as Jay-Z, 50 Cent, Young Buck, Lloyd Banks and Pharrell Williams.
The Question is available exclusively in Eastbay's Holiday Gift Guide, a publication salivated over by virtually every sneaker connoisseur in the U.S. As the go-to destination for true fans of the art of sneakers, Eastbay was excited to partner with Reebok to introduce the $65,000.
Created in 1996, The Question was the first shoe Reebok ever created with Allen Iverson. It represented the questions around the young and new Iverson. Now, at 28-years old, Iverson has proven there are no questions about his talent and impact on the game of basketball. "The first Question stood for something for both Reebok and Allen Iverson," notes Todd Krinsky, vice president of Reebok Basketball and Rbk product. When approached by Eastbay for an "over the top" shoe for their 2004 Gift Guide, the Question was the perfect choice. "Eight years later, we wanted to create a new edition of the classic - just as unique as the original. This edition secures the Question's place as one of the key shoes in any sneakerologists' collection."
Reebok knew that if a shoe was going to be designed right, it needed to be done by the master, Jacob Arabo better known as "Jacob the Jeweler." Jacob founded his business, Jacob & Co. in 1981 in New York City. Jacob Arabo's passion for jewelry began when he was a young boy growing up in Russia and has continued to evolve. Jacob, a man who loves sports almost as much as designing jewelry was thrilled at the opportunity to design this one-of-a-kind creation. Jacob's roster of clients includes Rbk artists such as Jay-Z, 50 Cent, Young Buck, Lloyd Banks and Pharrell Williams.
The Question is available exclusively in Eastbay's Holiday Gift Guide, a publication salivated over by virtually every sneaker connoisseur in the U.S. As the go-to destination for true fans of the art of sneakers, Eastbay was excited to partner with Reebok to introduce the $65,000.
