#SupportBlackBusiness - Seattle’s sneaker culture is thriving, and Takiyah Ward, owner of The Re-Sole 206, is at the center of it. Her partnership with the Seattle Storm started with a Pride Month collaboration, creating custom sneakers for Sammy Whitcomb’s partner.

“That project was really fun,” Takiyah shared. “I got to paint their kids’ faces on the shoes and personally deliver them at the game.”

That one project turned into more, leading to her biggest opportunity yet—designing sneakers for the entire Storm team as part of "Kicks for Equality."

“I’m super excited! This is the biggest custom project I’ve ever done,” she said.

A Seattle native, Takiyah takes pride in representing her city.

“Everything I do is Seattle. Even if I’m not here, I’m always repping the city.”

Through her work, she’s not only creating art but also advocating for sustainability and sneaker care, ensuring kicks stay on feet—not in landfills.

Visit ReSole206.com to learn more about The ReSole.