These A.P.C. x Asics sneakers are already thrilling tennis fans.
Sometimes it doesn’t take much to create an object of desire. Reactivating their collaboration begun in 2022, A.P.C. and Asics have signed a new tennis-inspired capsule, just as clay courts are returning to the European spotlight. And the result is far more cutting-edge than a simple sportswear incursion.
Tennis, a new arena for fashion expression
The collection is anchored in a context where tennis is no longer just a sport: it has become a strong aesthetic reference in men’s and women’s fashion. With streamlined silhouettes, neutral palettes and a hint of gradient colors (with a special mention for the blue-green/pink duo), the pieces designed by A.P.C. are in keeping with the logic of urban ready-to-wear, without ever lapsing into formal wear.
Here we find the timeless, discreet DNA of the Parisian brand, combined with thetechnical efficiency of Asics – a perfectly mastered triangulation.
Sneakers that merge desirability and performance
But let’s be clear: the real success of this collaboration lies in the sneakers. Two models from Asics’ performance tennis archives (the Gel Resolution and Solution Speed FF3) coexist with the collection’s flagship item: the Gel-Kayano 14, revisited in two variations – immaculate white or deep navy blue, with reflective metallic accents and a retro rubber sole.
It’s this balance between technical heritage and understated elegance that makes these sneakers so coveted. Asics is no longer just synonymous with running, and A.P.C. is no longer confined to minimalist denim: together, they redefine the contours of accessible luxury.
A logical collaboration… but all too rare
In a market saturated with marketing collabs, this one rings true. No fancy tricks, no flashy logos, just a shared, coherent vision. And given the online craze, it’s unlikely that this capsule will remain in stores for very long…
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