A sneakerhead’s guide to Sneaker Con in Singapore this weekend: Top things to do and what to look out for

An artisan in sneaker customisation, Singapore’s very own Mark Ong will also be showcasing his exclusive Kintsugi Air Jordan 1 Highs. Inspired by the Japanese art of kintsugi – the traditional process of repairing ceramics using lacquer and gold, these shoes are given a new life using Hermes scarves and vintage bandanas. There are only 22 pairs of these limited-edition sneakers available, each numbered and personalised with the buyer’s initials.

But that’s not all. Ten pairs will come boxed in luxurious trunks bearing SBTG’s bandana prints while the remaining 12 will be housed in Louis Vuitton Speedy bags.

And in support of the local arts scene, RWS and Mr Sabotage will be auctioning off two pairs during the event, with all proceeds going to Temasek Polytechnic, where Ong studied.

2. ZOOM IN ON COLLABS, LIMITED EDITIONS AND EXCLUSIVE DROPS

Thinking to add to your growing sneaker and streetwear collection? With over 200 international and local brands and collaborations, there’s no better time to browse and shop the latest kicks, limited editions and exclusive drops from hot favourites Nike, Adidas, Puma and Fila.

Other noteworthy collabs to check out, according to Tan, include the Sabotage and Def Jam SEA (of Def Jam Recordings, the multinational record label) capsule collection. The collection features old-school hip-hop culture with 1990s boxy fitted single stitched T-shirts, football jerseys and caps.