SVD Brings An Eco-Conscious Approach To Its ASICS GEL-Lyte III Collaboration

Spanish retailer, sivasdescalzo (SVD), has recently unveiled its first-ever collaboration with ASICS. The canvas?: The ever-popular ASICS GEL-Lyte III.

Beyond reimagining Shigeyuki Mitsui’s iconic 31-year-old design with a new colorway and its branding, SVD has envisioned a new chapter for the split-tongue silhouette via an environmentally-conscious manufacturing process. Uppers are laden with textured fabrics and recycled elements, including a plant-based “Angora Stonewash” cotton-and-linen blend, lace fabric made entirely out of jute and naturally dyed leather from leftover sneaker waste. SVD’s eco-friendly approach to the GEL-Lyte III isn’t isolated to the shoe’s top-half, given that cushioning comprises of scrap foam from other footwear products. Furthermore, the gum outsole is produced from natural latex without compromising durability and comfort. The retailer’s signature “S|V|D” logo is embroidered onto the lateral heel while bottom heel areas are stamped with the brand’s emblem. Lastly, the shoes arrive in recyclable packaging.

Enjoy detailed imagery of the latest ASICS collaboration here below, and head over to sivasdescalzo.com for more raffle details.

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