Personal top 3 for 2024 and trend predictions for 2025.
Huynam: This is the last update of this series in 2024.
Kojima: It all happened so fast. . A lot has happened in the sneaker industry this past year.
Huynam: For Kojima-san, who has seen many sneakers, what is your personal best for 2024?
Kojima: I would like to mention three. First is the "Samba" from "adidas Originals," a collaborative model with "atmos" that was released in October.
adidas Originals "SAMBA ATMOS" to be released in October 2024
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Huynam: This model was also the talk of the town at the adidas con by atmos held in September.
Kojima: I think we have created a pair that is typical of ATMOS. Personally, this is the pair I wore the most this year.
Huynem: I see. What about the second one?
Kojima: "XT-6" by Salomon. This is also a collaboration model with Atmos.
Salomon "XT-6 GTX ATMOS" to be released in November 2024
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Huynem: "Salomon" has rapidly penetrated the street. This year, I have the feeling that its momentum has accelerated even further.
Kojima: Yes, that's right. The XT-6 is by far the most popular model in the "Salomon" line, but I would like you to take a look at other models as well. The brand has many attractive sneakers.
Huynem: Next year is also a must-see.
Kojima: "991" by . This is a limited edition "ATMOS" color from Made in UK.
New Balance "U991KP2" to be released in August 2024
(in Japanese history)Huinamu's "Monthly Atmos" Vol. 20(Published in)
Huynh Nam: This one left an impression on me. The vivid pink color is rare for New Balance.
Kojima：The form is also sharp and sophisticated. I used to prefer "Made in USA" when it came to "New Balance," but now I am interested in "Made in UK" as well.
Huynem: Finally, tell us about the coming year: what does 2025 look like for the sneaker industry?
Kojima：As with this year, the fusion of lifestyle and performance will be one of the keywords. Especially in the field of running, I think this trend will accelerate.
Huynam: It seems that everyone at "Atmos" has been running recently.
Kojima: Yes. We formed the "ATMOS RUN CREW" and run together regularly.
Huynh Nam: For sneaker lovers, shoe selection is one of the best parts of running, and I look forward to seeing the sneaker scene in 2025.
Kojima: Yes, please continue to support this series and ATMOS in 2025.
