The design partners merge a structured forefoot with an enlarged bow to create a silhouette that feels both technical and romantic.
Summary
- SHUSHU/TONG collaborates with ASICS SportStyle to reimagine the GEL-KINETIC FLUENT silhouette.
- The design centers on an enlarged, multi-layered bow integrated into the lacing system to balance romantic aesthetics with structural sharpness.
- Available in “Red/Black” and “Silver” colorways, the sneaker utilizes GEL technology and FOAM for technical performance.
The reunion between SHUSHU/TONG and ASICS SportStyle marks another entry in the ongoing dialogue between hyper-feminine aesthetics and technical performance. For this latest release, the duo focuses on the GEL-KINETIC FLUENT, a silhouette that serves as a canvas for the Shanghai-based label’s signature girlish touch while maintaining the functional requirements of the footwear brand. The result is a shoe that attempts to look soft yet strong (and structured yet romantic).
Central to this design is the bow motif. While often associated with delicacy, the collaboration reimagines the bow as an anchor for the shoe’s structure. It appears as an enlarged, multi-layered element integrated directly into the lacing system. The intention here is to shift the bow from a purely sweet symbol into something sharper and more powerful. This visual update sits alongside a 3D-embossed logo placed on the tongue.
Beneath the stylized exterior lies the standard engineering expected from ASICS. The construction includes a structured forefoot designed to provide flexibility. For comfort, the sole unit combines GEL technology with FOAM in the midsole, a pairing used to manage shock absorption and bounce.
The release lands in two distinct material executions. The “Red/Black” iteration mixes suede, leather, and mesh, broken up by vibrant red accents on the heel. In contrast, the second option leans into a futuristic look, with the “Silver” version constructed from metallic leather while retaining the clean branding of its counterpart.
