LI-NING

About LI-NING

Li-Ning was founded in 1990 by Li Ning, the champion gymnast whose 106 gold medals made him one of China's most decorated Olympians. He started the company to give Chinese athletes a national brand for the world stage, and it's grown into China's leading name in athletic apparel and footwear, strong in basketball, running, badminton and training. For its 30th anniversary the brand launched Li-Ning Premium, a young, hip sub-label blending its sporting heritage with modern Chinese culture, pixel-style graphics and Chinese characters. The sneakers are distinctive: chunky soles, layered material overlays, cushioned soles and sometimes Gore-Tex uppers.