ASICS presents its first sneaker collaboration with KENZO, designed by KENZO's creative director, Nigo.

Three color variants of the GEL-KAYANO 20 sneaker combine KENZO's heritage with ASICS' advanced craftsmanship. Originally introduced in 2013, the GEL-KAYANO 20 sneaker is known for its structural cushioning properties for longer runs.

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His architectural aesthetics draw design influences from architecture and cars, creating a technical form that offers a variety of functional capabilities for everyday use.

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The Heritage Stability Runner is being reissued by KENZO as a lifestyle sneaker. Two of the shoe's colors and materials are inspired by KENZO's tiger graphics.

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All uppers in the ASICS x KENZO Gel-Kayano 20 collection use faux fur in combination with velour.

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The Digital Aqua/Black color variant is based on KENZO's vivid colors in its designs,

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while the Glacier Grey/Black iteration references the look of white tigers and one of the GEL-KAYANO 20 OG color combinations.

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The third color variant refers to the idea of “running around the world.” Their vivid color accents draw on KENZO brand founder Kenzo Takada's travels around the world and the flags of various countries, while the pattern on the top panels features embossed animal details.

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The KENZO x ASICS GEL-KAYANO 20 sneaker is available at AFEW Store, Asphaltgold and VOOstore available.

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Photos via ASICS