Hypebeast sneakers refer to popular, trendy sneakers that are highly sought after by collectors and fashion enthusiasts. The term "hypebeast" originated in the mid-2000s as a slang term used to describe people who obsessively follow and collect the latest fashion trends, particularly in the streetwear and sneaker cultures. Hypebeast sneakers gained widespread popularity in the 2010s, with the rise of social media platforms such as Instagram, which allowed for the easy dissemination of information about new sneaker releases and facilitated the creation of online communities centered around sneaker culture. Today, hypebeast sneakers continue to be a major force in the fashion industry, with popular brands such as Nike, Adidas, and Supreme releasing highly coveted limited edition sneakers that often sell out within minutes of their release.