The Balenciaga Contrast Panel Trainers are the perfect example of a fashionable men's sneaker. Created by the Spanish fashion house Balenciaga for its Spring/Summer 2012 Collection, these high-end kicks blend the perfect mix of sporty and dapper. A shoe made for the casual gentleman who still likes to dress sharp.
The design of the shoe has the main body feature color-blocking material panels. The trainers are available in two different color palettes -- the classic black/white/grey style and vibrant blue/aqua/silver version. The contrasting colors work to bring the out the classic design that creates a clean look.
The perfect shoes for a more relaxed men's look that will still manage to keep it stylish, Balenciaga has managed to kick it out of the park with these trainers.
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