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Japanese Culture-Inspired Running Shoes

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Shoe Palace Honors Japan With a Pair of ASICS GEL-Lyte XXX

— October 17, 2020 — Fashion
Shoe Palace works in collaboration with ASICS to design a special pair of the signature ASICS GEL-Lyte XXX sneaker silhouette. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the GEL-Lyte III silhouette and the joined work between the Japanese brand and West Coast retailer celebrate the occasion. The notable inspiration behind the design reference Japanese culture. The sneaker is complete in white, blue, and red, which are the colors of the Japan World Cup jerseys.

The upper delivers modern elements with overlaying synthetic materials. Additional details include the thin Nexkin tongue and embellishments in textural suede and mesh materials. Rounding out the sneaker are the interchangeable Velcro patches that detail the heel to add a component of customizability.

Image Credit: Shoe Palace
Trend Themes
1. Japanese Culture-inspired Sneakers - Explore the trend of incorporating Japanese culture into sneaker designs for a unique and eye-catching aesthetic.
2. Collaborative Sneaker Designs - Discover the trend of brands partnering with retailers to create special edition sneakers that commemorate milestones or celebrate cultural influences.
3. Customizable Sneaker Components - Embrace the trend of interchangeable Velcro patches as a way to bring personalization and customization to sneaker designs.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear - The footwear industry can capitalize on the popularity of Japanese-inspired designs to attract consumers seeking unique and culturally influenced sneakers.
2. Fashion - The fashion industry can tap into the collaborative sneaker trend to create limited-edition collections that appeal to sneaker enthusiasts and collectors.
3. Sports Retail - Sports retail companies can embrace the trend of customizable sneaker components to offer customers a personalized and unique footwear experience.
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