ASICS and LuisaViaRoma has created a high energy GEL-KYRIOS™ sneaker which was inspired by the heat and seismic maps. The shoe’s overlays are rendered with prismatic hues that mirror the colouring software’s vibrant display.
Meanwhile, each midsole will be unique, due to the nature of the blend. This shoe also features FLYTEFOAM™ Propel cushioning and GEL™ technology inserts underfoot. Furthermore, the eye catching sneaker will be accompanied by a unique shoe box design featuring both brand logos.
The LuisaViaRoma and ASICS special collaboration project on the GEL-KYRIOS™ will launch exclusively at LUISAVIAROMA.COM on the 6th of July 2021. The global launch will be on the 17th of July 2021. In Australia, it will be available at Above the Clouds and ASICS.com.
“I’ve been a long time LeBron fan and when this was release few years ago I wasn’t able to get my hands on these dope pair. So I made sure that I didn’t miss out this time around.
Spanish retailer Sivasdescalzo is the latest brand to be tapped by ASICS to tackle the GEL-LYTE™ III OG. One of the brand’s most iconic models – a game-changer in the running industry when it first launched in 1990 with its tri-sole density cushioning and split-tongue design features – has seen its fair share of reinterpretations over the years by a roster of renowned international retailers, but Sivasdescalzo’s version of the GEL-LYTE™ III OG aims for a complete approach to eco-conscious design.
The Sivasdescalzo x ASICS GEL-LYTE™ III OG – the retailer’s debut collaboration with the brand – reimagines sneaker design and manufacturing processes, seeking out a range of innovative and environmentally conscious materials to highlight each of the silhouette’s iconic characteristics. Textured fabrics and recycled elements include an upper made of cotton, eco-leather overlays adorning ASICS’ Tiger Stripe logo, partially recycled foam on the tongue, 100% recycled plastic bottle insoles, as well as 100% jute fibre laces. The silhouette comes in unique packaging that has been specially designed for the collaboration and pays tribute to both brands and our planet.
Raúl Fernández, Sivasdescalzo’s Creative Director says, “The silhouette takes a lot of inspiration from the earth with a contrast of colours that are reminiscent of natural elements. We were really committed to giving the GEL-LYTE™ III a completely organic look and feel with an eco-friendly design from top to bottom. Essentially we wanted it to look like it came straight out of nature, playing around with a combination of raw and recycled materials, the raw being the yin to the recycled materials’ yang.”
Rubén García, sivasdescalzo’s Procurement Director adds, “We really wanted to demonstrate the endless possibilities in sneaker design from an eco-friendly perspective, and while we are currently seeing many brands develop in environmentally conscious manufacturing and design processes, as we are currently doing for our own line of Sivasdescalzo branded products, we are aware that we still have a long way to go. We also have a very important relationship with Japan in that we share an affinity for the use of authentic materials and a love for quality craftsmanship, so ASICS was the perfect brand to partner with for this special eco-focused project. They always go above and beyond.”
Meet the newest member of the Nintendo Switch family. The new Nintendo Switch OLED system features a vibrant 7-inch OLED screen. In addition to the screen with vivid colours and sharp contrast, the Nintendo Switch OLED includes a wide adjustable stand, a dock with a wired LAN port for TV play, 64 GB of internal storage, and enhanced audio.
7-inch OLED screen Feast your eyes on vivid colours and crisp contrast when you play on-the-go.
Wide, adjustable stand Flip out the sturdy stand for easy viewing in Tabletop mode.
Find your best angle Adjust the stand to find the optimal viewing angle—perfect for a quick multiplayer game with a buddy.
Built-in wired LAN port Connect online* using the dock’s LAN port when playing in TV mode.
64 GB internal storage Save games to your system with 64 GB of internal storage.
Enhanced audio Enjoy enhanced audio from the system’s onboard speakers.
Three modes in one(Dock, Handheld and Tabletop) Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch OLED systems are designed to fit your life, transforming from home console to portable system in a snap!
This is Joy Con™ The included Joy Con controllers give you total gameplay flexibility.
The new Nintendo Switch OLED will be $539AUD and will be available in white or neon colours. Release date will be on the 8th of October and are now available for pre-order at JB-HiFi, EBGames, Gamesmen or at your local retailer.
Parisian label M+RC Noir joins the forces with ASICS for the first time. French designers introduce a premium iteration of the GELQUANTUM 180™ 6 silhouette.
Keeping its performance tooling intact, the GEL-QUANTUM 180™ 6 sneaker continues to evolve the shoe’s lineage with technical componentry and styling cues from the ASICS archive.
Revamping the upper construction with a series of angular lines to add more dimension to the design, this shoe is formed with see-through paneling that creates a contemporary aesthetic.
Paired with a bold GEL™ logo on the heel counter, this shoe is also layered with 180 degrees of GEL™ technology cushioning in the midsole for improved comfort.
M+RC Noir founders Yoni Zalberg and Aimé Bella say about their project: “M+RC Noir has worked with ASICS to create a sneaker, which pays homage to the kids we were and the persons we’ve became. Growing up in Parisian suburbs and being able to meet supporters all around the planet, from different cultures has been beyond our dreams. This shoe represents the moment of when our cultures met.”
The M+RC Noir x ASICS GEL-QUANTUM 180™ 6 collaboration are now available exclusively at M+RC Noir (Paris), and currently available at selected retailers around the world. In Australia, its now available at Above The Clouds.
Melbourne based sneaker customizer BespokeIND has unveiled their latest project, the Nike SB Dunk Low ‘S⚡️B’. This sneaker pays homage to Hiroshi Fujiwara‘s Beijing City Dunk High.
The Nike SB Dunk Low ‘S⚡️B’ is hand wrapped in tumbled deer skin, grey nurse shark skin swooshes, full Japanese calf suede upper, kangaroo lightning bolt I.D, kangaroo tongue tags and foot bed tiles, pig suede vamp, lamb skin rolled binding on tongues, and entire lining encased in black velvet.
The BespokeIND Nike SB Dunk Low ‘S⚡️B’ will only be limited to 8 pairs. Price for this masterpiece will be $2900AUD which includes express shipping world wide. Release date is on the 20th of June, 12:00PM AEST and will be available on www.bespokeind.com.au.
Together with the Kiko Kostadinov Studio, ASICS SportStyle have diversify their Womenswear by offering the new FB1-S GEL-PRELEUS™ sneaker. This model sees a retooled and revamped GEL-PRELEUS – building on the former ASICS model to develop a retro-futuristic silhouette.
Multi-layered mesh and synthetic leather panelling envelope the upper, with the design language inspired by cloud-like free flowing movement. The materials chosen are moulded to evoke femininity, with dynamic curves that accentuate each side of the sneaker. The advanced GEL™ technology tooling in the sole sports a distinctive aesthetic, inspired by an amoeba’s nonchalant nature.
Womenswear designers from the Kiko Kostadinov Studio, Laura and Deanna Fanning, elaborate on the design inspiration; “ The inferred speed from the dynamic curved line in side profile and tooling inspired us to facilitate the development of this archive style for women. The GEL-PRELEUS offers depth and height in the arch of the heel that was a great contrast in consideration of the diversity of ASICS Styles for women.”
Introducing the JAPAN S™ PF model, a ASICS sportstyle sneaker designed in a three-way collaboration with Japanese fashion brand jouetie and women’s sneaker specialty store atmos pink.
The collaboration is based on ASICS’s long-selling classic basketball shoe FABRE JAPAN S, which debuted in 1981 and has been loved by generations of players. The classic court shoe has been reborn as a town shoe with a thick platform sole.
The shoe will be available in two colourways: Pink with zebra stripes adorning the sock liner and heel logos, and Beige with an exquisite mix of animal and check patterns.
Both styles reflect the style of jouetie Creative Director AMIAYA, who mixes varied boundary-defying tastes in a unique expression.
About jouetie Japanese fashion brand that picks and mixes import, rock, mode, and styling all against a street style base. A mix of various spices reveals a woman who enjoys a more playful lifestyle and fashion throughout multiple stages of life.
About atmos pink From presenter of Tokyo sneaker culture to the world atmos shop, a new business concept shop offering a mix of sports styles for women. Based on the concept of Pinks, Go ahead: Ladies, let’s move forward. To love ourselves positively every day. Let’s move our bodies. Let’s live the music. Let’s make art. Let’s breathe fashion. Let’s discover the new!, atmos pink injects Pinks everyday sneaker culture into fashion. atmos pink offers not only well-known sneaker brands, but also creates original apparel and presents a sports mix style featuring sneakers so that sports fashion can be worn every day.
G-SHOCK will be releasing its first ever Toughest Smartwatch, the GSWH1000 G-SQUAD PRO, powered by Wear OS by Google™. The GSWH1000 is the latest in tough smartwatch technology and features touchscreen, activity tracking, smartphone linking and Google Play app integration. This functionality sits on top of the shock resistance and 200m water resistance that the brand is known for, meaning the G-Squad Pro can still handle whatever you throw at it.
The G-Squad features a monochrome always-on LCD for time display and a colour LCD for high-definition display of maps, sensor data and more. The three-tier display enables customization, with hundreds of different data display possibilities including the option of analog display.
The GSWH1000 has an optical sensor to measure heart rate, as well as a compass, altitude/air pressure sensor, accelerometer, gyrometer, GPS functionality and more. This powerful hardware profile enables the watch to capture the data on distance, speed and pace for training purposes.
With Wear OS by Google, the GSW-H1000 comes loaded with a variety of Google apps and services designed for the watch. Users can get help on the go from Google Assistant and track important activity metrics with Google Fit. They can also choose from thousands of apps available on Google Play and access important information at a glance, like messages and phone calls, notifications, agenda, weather forecast, and more.
The Casio original app built into the watch provides support for 15 activities and 24 indoor workout options. The watch also pairs with the G-SHOCK MOVE smartphone app, allowing various logs useful for training including activity history and analysis to progress reports and more.
The case back, made of titanium, ensures excellent corrosion resistance and has a titanium carbide finish to provide enhanced abrasion resistance.
The GSWH1000 G-SQUAD PRO watch will be available via the G-SHOCK Australia website from 9am Wednesday 9th June for $999AUD, with limited stock quantities. For other G-SHOCK features, click HERE.
“I generally try to find a location that will either match or compliment the colour of the sneakers. I stumbled upon this old building that had similar tones and weathered bricks that almost gave off a Giraffe print just like the Dunks.
My latest pickups are the Giraffe Dunk lows and University Blue Jordan 4’s. But I’m trying to be pretty selective with new releases right now. There is still a few pairs from previous years I’d like to get.”
