Chinese upstart Li-Ning is doing its best to make a mark in the sneaker world, dropping a special edition release of their Yu Shuai Banpo III inspired by the heritage designs of historical Chinese art. This caramel colored shoe comes in a variety of materials, with suede, leather, and velvet all finding their way on to the varied upper. This unique basketball shoe comes with a breathable upper, displayed by the holes lining the midfoot section, and a nice strap up top to complement the unconventional lacing system. Li-Ning certainly isn’t losing any points for originality on this one, but is it a shoe you could see yourself in? Let us know in the comments if you like what you see, and keep reading to get a better look at this special edition Yu Shuai Banpo III. via: sina.
Li-Ning Yu Shuai Banpo Special Edition III
Brendan Dunne
June 16th, 2011 (updated)
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