Threads of Triumph by McKenzie Mitchell

Threads of Triumph

McKenzie Mitchell

Chronicle Books · Print & ebook · April 7, 2026

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Who it’s for
Explore professional wrestling through the gear that connects performers to their characters, roots, and stories.
Themes
Gear and wrestler personas, Gear, roots, and heritage, Women challenging wrestling stereotypes
Genres
Wrestling, Sports Photography, Sports Lives

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Step into the ring and relive the triumph, the drama, and the larger-than-life personas that define professional wrestling—all through the lens of wrestling's most iconic gear. This vibrant celebration features over fifty global icons, including "Macho Man" Randy Savage, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, The Undertaker, Shawn Michaels, Ric Flair, Rey Mysterio, Becky Lynch, Bianca Belair, and many more. With a foreword by one of wrestling’s best—Mercedes Moné!

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With absolutely stunning photography and stories from the 1940s to today, Threads of Triumph is a visual romp through what is perhaps most integral to a professional wrestler's story—their gear. What a wrestler wears plays a large part in evoking real emotion, feelings, and attitudes. Gear connects a wrestler to their character, and through their character, they are connected to their roots, their story, their heritage. This one-of-a-kind deep dive highlights some of the most memorable looks in the business. It features stunning full-color photographs and exclusive and insightful commentary from some of the biggest stars in pro wrestling. - Uncover how stars like "Macho Man" Randy Savage and Shawn Michaels set the blueprint with their original styles, impacting what is worn in the industry today. - Read more about Luna Vachon and Chyna, who used their gear to break stereotypes and redefine what it meant to be a woman in an industry full of men. - Allow yourself to be blown away by The Undertaker and "The Fiend" Bray Wyatt's incredible outfitting, and learn how their stories just wouldn't be the same without these chilling extensions of their personas. For wrestling fans of all kinds, Threads of Triumph shares incredible artwork and insider perspectives about professional wrestling through the fascinating lens of the gear we know and love. EXPERT AUTHOR: Having been part of some of the biggest moments in professional wrestling history as a broadcaster for TNA and WWE, McKenzie Mitchell takes us behind the seams with exclusive insight from pro wrestling stars and stunning photography from notable professional sports photographers. STARS FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD: Learn more about all your favorite wrestlers. Threads of Triumph features: - “Macho Man" Randy Savage - Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson - The Undertaker - Shawn Michaels - Ric Flair - Rey Mysterio - Becky Lynch - Bianca Belair - and many more! UNIQUE COFFEE TABLE BOOK: For the first time, a comprehensive visual history of professional wrestling gear all in one gorgeous volume! A great gift or self-purchase for wrestling fans of all ages. Perfect for: - Wrestling fans - Fans of WWE, TNA, AEW - Readers who loved WWE Encyclopedia of Sports Entertainment, Incomparable by Brie Bella, Have a Nice Day by Mick Foley, and Wrestling For My Life by Shawn Michaels

Wrestling Gear

Explore professional wrestling through the gear that connects performers to their characters, roots, and stories.

Come here for

  • Full-color photographs of iconic wrestling gear
  • Commentary from wrestling stars on memorable looks

Expect

  • Stories and photographs spanning the 1940s to today
  • Looks associated with Randy Savage, Shawn Michaels, Luna Vachon, and Chyna

Where it sits

Wrestling91%
Sports Photography32%
Sports Lives23%

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Publisher categories

  • Sports Photography
  • Sports & Recreation
Authors
McKenzie Mitchell
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Published
April 7, 2026
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Gear and wrestler personas · Gear, roots, and heritage · Women challenging wrestling stereotypes
Reading lane
Sports Photography