Skechers x kansaïyamamoto Collab Features
Men’s and Women’s Footwear Inspired by the Late Japanese
Designer
A celebration of high fashion and avant-garde imagery arrives at
Skechers, The Comfort Technology Company™, in an exciting new
footwear collaboration inspired by the late iconic Japanese
designer Kansai Yamamoto. The limited-edition Skechers x
kansaïyamamoto collection of four fashion sneakers for men and
women embrace Kansai’s aesthetic and will launch on the one-year
anniversary of his passing, July 21, in Japan, North America and
Europe.
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Skechers Max Cushioning styles from the
limited-edition Skechers x kansaïyamamoto collaboration featuring
the artist’s iconic Kabuki-inspired designs. (Photo: Business
Wire)
“Kansai was a legend not only in fashion circles throughout his
entire career, but as an inspiration to so many artists that
followed. Skechers was incredibly fortunate for the chance to work
on this collaboration influenced by the master before he passed
away,” said Michael Greenberg, president of Skechers. “Skechers
footwear has appeared in major runway shows around the globe over
the last few years with buzzworthy styles that get the world
talking. Kansai’s creative vision follows that progression with the
iconic design fused with our Skechers Max Cushioning Premier and
D’Lites styles that offer incredible comfort.”
“Since appearing on the world stage as a fashion designer who
boldly incorporated design and staging inspired by the brilliant
colors of Kabuki, style, beauty, and a unique expression method,
Kansai Yamamoto pursued Japanese aesthetics and continued to take
on the challenge of uncompromising creativity as one of the world’s
leading performers,” said Hatsumi Iwasaki, communications manager
of KANSAI SUPER STUDIO. “He also established the kansaïyamamoto
brand, known for its distinctive avant-garde designs. Enjoy the
street with an uplifting feel that starts in your feet in these
shoes developed through a collaboration between Skechers and
Kansai’s brand that’s overflowing with his distinctive aesthetics
and energy.”
The launch spans a range of Max Cushioning Premier
fashion sneakers. The men’s KY Kabuki Paint and women’s
KY Nadeshiko styles feature iconic kansaïyamamoto designs
inspired by traditional kabuki theater and beauty. The men’s KY
Sol and women’s KY Luna feature ombre color designs that
convey the notion of sun and moon. Classic Skechers D’Lites
fashion sneakers (Men’s KY Carnival and Women’s KY
Hanabi) follow on August 21, with a vivid multi-colored premium
leather upper in celebratory festival hues, plus kansaïyamamoto
logo.
Kansai Yamamoto broke boundaries in the fashion world with his
avant-garde designs that adorned musicians in the 1970s. He was the
first Japanese designer to present a fashion show in London, and
later participated in numerous Tokyo, New York and Paris fashion
week events. More recently, he extended the reach of his style
collaborating with other designers, fashion houses and global
brands. His aesthetic remains a favorite among celebrities. Kansai
Yamamoto passed away in July 2020, but his vision lives on through
his timeless designs and namesake brand.
Styles in the Skechers x kansaïyamamoto collection for men and
women will be available at select Skechers flagship stores in the
United States, Canada, Belgium, France, Italy, Germany, Spain, and
the United Kingdom, as well as online at Skechers websites where
available. An expanded range of styles including three canvas
slip-ons and a platform sneaker will be available exclusively in
Japan.
About SKECHERS USA, Inc.
Skechers (NYSE:SKX), The Comfort Technology Company based in
Southern California, designs, develops and markets a diverse range
of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel and accessories for
men, women and children. The Company’s collections are available in
the United States and over 170 countries and territories via
department and specialty stores, and direct to consumers through
3,989 Company and third-party-owned retail stores and e-commerce
websites. The Company manages its international business through a
network of global distributors, joint venture partners in Asia,
Israel and Mexico, and wholly-owned subsidiaries in Canada, Japan,
India, Europe and Latin America. For more information, please visit
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About KANSAI SUPER STUDIO
KANSAI SUPER STUDIO was founded by the designer and producer Kansai
Yamamoto out of a desire to “make the world happy through the power
of design.” Based on the spirit inherited from Kansai Yamamoto, the
studio conducts business related to brand planning, development,
and branding for various brands, including kansaïyamamoto, in not
only the field of fashion but also numerous other fields, including
clothing, food, residences, and leisure.
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