Gum sole and crepe sole. Two new "PUMA SUEDE".
The "PUMA SUEDE" has its roots in the "CRACK," which was released in 1968 as a multi-purpose sports shoe. This shoe combines a suede upper with a streamlined "foam strip" (PUMA line). The shoe has been recognized as a cultural icon, not only by athletes, but also by various artists who have used the shoe to adorn their feet. They are now a permanent staple of the street scene.
PUMA SUEDE GUM ¥9,720 each
This season, two notable models from the "PUMA SUEDE" lineup have appeared. One of them is the "PUMA SUEDE GUM," which uses short, high-quality cow suede for the upper and a gum sole for the outsole. The logo patch on the tongue is also made of the same material and in the same color, and is embossed to reveal the shoe's appearance, creating a casual yet elegant design that resembles a leather shoe.
PUMA SUEDE CREPE ¥15,400 each Scheduled to be released in late October.
The "PUMA SUEDE CREPE," on the other hand, is the first pair of "PUMA SUEDE" with a crepe sole in its more than 50-year history. While maintaining the authentic appeal of the item, it has been sublimated into a shoe with a somewhat traditional mood. Despite the appearance of the thick sole, it is lightweight and comfortable to wear.
For this issue, we asked three long-time "PUMA SUEDE" enthusiasts to wear these two models. How do they wear the new models?
