Ed Sheeran, the Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter, appeared on a sneaker shopping show at Flight Club in New York City. He discussed his casual approach to fashion, preferring comfort over formality, and his journey into sneaker culture which began after moving to London. Ed shared stories about his first special pair of sneakers, the "Oreos," and his preference for wearing sneakers that are well-worn, reflecting his practical and functional style. He also talked about meaningful gifts from other artists like Eric Clapton and Travis Scott, and his philosophy on enjoying and using the things one loves, like sneakers. In the end, Ed purchased a couple of pairs of sneakers for himself and a friend.
1. Ed Sheeran was born in Halifax, England.
2. Ed Sheeran grew up in Suffolk, in a rural area.
3. Ed Sheeran started playing music after watching Eric Clapton play at the Queen's Jubilee when he was 11 years old.
4. Ed Sheeran bought one of Eric Clapton's guitars and played it on a TV show.
5. Ed Sheeran developed a friendship with Eric Clapton over the years.
6. Ed Sheeran received a pair of shoes from Eric Clapton, made by his friend Hiroshi.
7. Ed Sheeran wore the shoes from Eric Clapton on the day of the interview.
8. Ed Sheeran often wears sneakers that are super worn out.
9. Ed Sheeran thinks that sneakers are meant to be worn, not just kept in a closet.
10. Ed Sheeran got a pair of Yeezy shoes from a person at Nike in England.
11. Ed Sheeran wore the Yeezy shoes on stage during his Divide tour.
12. Ed Sheeran got a pair of Travis Scott shoes as a gift from Travis Scott.
13. Ed Sheeran gave the Travis Scott shoes to his friend Zach, who is a big Travis Scott fan.
14. Ed Sheeran got a pair of Maclemore Sixes as a gift from Maclemore.
15. Ed Sheeran's wife broke the heel of a pair of shoes at the Brit Awards.
16. Ed Sheeran gave his wife his DVS sneakers to wear after her shoes broke.
17. Ed Sheeran donated 17 pairs of sneakers to a local hospice a few years ago.
18. Ed Sheeran thinks that it's weird to give away a pair of worn-out sneakers.
19. Ed Sheeran believes that if you have something nice, you should enjoy it.