ASICS works in collaboration with the experimental sneaker brand EMPTY BEHAVIOR on a unique version of the Gel-Nimbus 10.1 sneaker model. Rather than an actual shoe, it falls closer under the category of artwork as it becomes a piece of solid silver art itself. Additionally, it is also wearable with a transformation done by lots of liquid silver.
Once the entire shoe is covered with the liquid silver material, it is left to dry to evenly coat the entire silhouette. This aesthetic continues as the shoe box that it is packaged in gets the exact same silver coating. At a closer look, there are stalactite-style forming on the bottom of the shoes as it is forming bubbles and textural spikes.
Artful Solid Silver Sneakers
EMPTY BEHAVIOR and ASICS Create a Gel-Nimbus 10.1 as a Piece of Art
Trend Themes
1. Wearable Art - The Gel-Nimbus 10.1 sneaker transforms into a functional piece of art with its solid silver coating.
2. Luxury Sneaker Collaborations - ASICS and EMPTY BEHAVIOR collaborate to blend fashion, art, and functionality in luxury sneakers.
3. Textured Fashion Aesthetics - The use of stalactite-style forming bubbles and textural spikes introduces new design dimensions in footwear.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fusion of wearable art and fashion opens new possibilities for high-end, artistic apparel.
2. Art - Sculptural elements in wearable items bridge traditional fine art with contemporary fashion.
3. Luxury Goods - High-end collaborations bring a unique and artistic twist to the conventional luxury goods market.