South2West8 Reebok Zig Kinetica II Edge FZ5857

Among the many many manufacturers housed underneath the Nepenthes umbrella, solely Needles and Engineered Clothes have obtained noteworthy consideration from the footwear trade, incomes collaborations with the likes of Vans and Doc Martens. However as revealed as we speak, quickly South2 West8 will probably be taking a seat subsequent to its friends, because the Kaname Nagaoka-founded label is becoming a member of Reebok for his or her very personal Zig Kinetica II Edge.

Largely influenced by tenkara-tsuri, a method of fly fishing distinctive to the mountainous areas of Japan, South2 West8 (usually shortened S2W8) delivers a variety of outside gear, from the aptly-named Tenkara Jacket to the mesh-constructed Bush Parka. And although styled in a approach distinct from their attire, the collaborative Reebok Zig Kinetica II Edge nonetheless carries a lot of the identical DNA.

Borrowing inspiration from S2W8’s roots, the shoe incorporates a blue suede alongside its heel counter, eye stays, and toe cap, successfully channeling the sensation of water. Darning and the Japanese label’s signature emblem are then threaded atop in black, serving to set up a colour combo current all through the midsole, laces, and adjoining grosgrain straps. Lastly, the bottom rounds out the design in a busy camo sample that’s not in contrast to what’s discovered on the above-mentioned clothes.

For a better take a look at the South2 West8 x Reebok Zig Kinetica II Edge, see beneath. Retailing for $170 USD, these are slated to launch on November fifth in Japan earlier than seeing a wider, world launch on November 18th.