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Studio Nicholson x ASICS Reinvent the Running Shoe

What does a running shoe look like when sport is stripped away?

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What does a running shoe look like when sport is stripped away? Studio Nicholson and ASICS have unveiled the APAC-exclusive GEL-KINETIC SP, a collaboration that feels less like a performance runner and more like a uniform for the city. Rooted in Studio Nicholson's signature restrained aesthetic, the shoe prioritizes taste over technical spectacle.

As sneakers continue to grow bigger and louder, this pair takes the opposite approach—subtracting rather than adding. Wrapped in nubuck leather, featuring concealed zip details that hide brand logos, and offering one of the most comfortable fits in recent memory, the GEL-KINETIC SP feels less like a new release and more like a shoe built to stay in rotation for years.

Whether paired with tailored trousers or worn-in denim, it integrates seamlessly into a wardrobe guided more by intuition than hype. Released in black and mocha brown, the collaboration is available starting today, with Korea being the first market to access the launch.

For those seeking the intersection of minimalist design philosophy and functional craftsmanship, the Studio Nicholson x ASICS GEL-KINETIC SP is a proposition worth considering.

FAQ

What characterizes the Studio Nicholson and ASICS collaboration shoe?

The GEL-KINETIC SP strips away the unnecessary based on Studio Nicholson's signature restrained aesthetic, finished closer to an urban uniform than a functional running shoe with its calm expression wrapped in nubuck leather and zippered interior details.

Where can you buy the Studio Nicholson ASICS collaboration shoes?

Released in two colorways, black and mocha brown, this collaboration launches as an APAC exclusive and will be available in Korea first.