Threads of Triumph - by McKenzie Mitchell (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

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!

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

About the Author

McKenzie Mitchell has worked as an international on-camera host featured on some of the biggest networks, including Fox, USA Network, and Peacock. She is most known for her time in World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), where she served for four years as a host, announcer, and backstage correspondent on WWE's weekly international television program, WWE NXT. Starting her career in TNA Wrestling in 2016 and making a triumphant return in 2025, McKenzie has collectively served as a host, reporter, and ring announcer for five years in the company under Anthem Sports & Entertainment.

As the owner of Headline by MM, carrying on the seventy-five year tradition of her family in the fine-jewelry industry, McKenzie has created custom jewelry pieces for some of the biggest stars in professional wrestling, such as Seth Rollins, Roxanne Perez, and Trick Williams, for capstone events like WrestleMania and SummerSlam.

Her curiosity and vision for fashion customization in the world of wrestling, combined with her knowledge in the space, helped conceptualize Threads of Triumph, a YouTube and podcast experience that dove into the closets of some of the most well-known stars in wrestling and music.

McKenzie splits her time between Orlando, Florida and Nashville, Tennessee.