In the GEL-KINETIC FLUENT, ASICS and SHUSHU/TONG fuse a feminine, rebellious spirit with avant-garde structure and street-ready aesthetics — capturing the multifaceted strength of the confident SHUSHU/TONG wearer.
Inspired by SHUSHU/TONG’s signature lace element — a visual hallmark of the brand and a recurring motif throughout its collections — the design introduces a refined craftsmanship that feels understated yet brimming with energy.
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It’s as if a quiet emotion has been woven into the design: soft, subtly nostalgic lines meet the technological edge and powerful, sculptural form of the GEL-KINETIC FLUENT. This interplay creates an aesthetic tension that SHUSHU/TONG calls a “contrasting symbiosis,” where softness no longer implies submission and structure no longer means rigidity.
The organic use of lace reveals the depth of the SHUSHU/TONG wearer — curious, perceptive, and unafraid to embrace contrasts.
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Visually, the GEL-KINETIC FLUENT channels the clean design language of the 2010s — distinctive, yet perfectly attuned to the tastes of a new generation.
Delicate lace detailing with an open, wave-like pattern sweeps across the upper, lending feminine lines, while the ASICS Stripes beneath add a subtle vintage accent. Drawing inspiration from the GEL-KINSEI 4, the structured forefoot enhances both flexibility and rebound.
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The midsole pairs FF BLAST PLUS cushioning with GEL and FOAM technologies for superior shock absorption, while Scutoid GEL in the heel delivers all-day comfort through its distinctive 3D geometry.
The SHUSHU/TONG x ASICS GEL-KINETIC FLUENT will debut in two colorways - Silver Blue and Ink Blue - on August 23 at select retailers such as 43einhalb, AFEW Store, Asphaltgold, HHV, SUPPA and VOO.
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