Matt Varga Personal preference may lead you to the Nike Zoom Vomero 5 or New Balance 1906R, but the ASICS GEL-Kayano 14 is unassailable as a defining face of Y2K footwear. Even general release pairs have become near-instant sellouts, but the Japanese company has done a stellar job of walking the tightrope between oversaturation and keeping up with unwavering demand. Case in point, the ASICS GEL-Kayano “Mauve/Grey,” expected to land stateside in short order.
Though the dominant use of neutrals here lets this pair slide in seamlessly with its peers in the tech runner genre, there are some notable changes in the margins that let it stand out all the same. Firstly, the combination of dark grey & cream on the ASICS branding creates a matte, cell-shaded look. Similarly, the heel counter switches from metallic, reflective material to more refined suede. Finally, ensuring that it doesn’t stray too far from the Y2K home base, the midsole goes full faux-vintage, utilizing another dose of “Cream” to further enhance its inherent retro appeal.
The ASICS GEL-Kayano 14 “Mauve” has already released via select global ASICS branches, including their Australian site. Though there’s no set date for stateside and further global release, expect this pair cropping up soon with a $160 MSRP.
WHERE TO BUY
ASICS GEL-Kayano 14
US 2024
| Retailer | Release type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| ASICS | Standard | Check Site |
