The collaboration blends classic elements of the Japanese brand and the technical minimalism of the Korean designer.

Founded in 2014 in Seoul, the brand “Andersson Bell” stems from the idea of its namesake creative director, known for subtle eclecticism veering towards a direct yet elusive minimalism. For this collection, Bell drew inspiration from the contrast between two different cultures: Korean and Scandinavian.

The Seoul-based ready-to-wear label draws inspiration from both local and global influences, forging elements that reflect the contemporary moment. For the very first time, together with Asics, it reinterprets the classic 1090 silhouette, nodding to the world of hiking and climbing. The technical mesh upper features various references to ropes and pulleys typical of mountain sports, with dual lacing and side reinforcements.

The new Gel-1090 x Andersson Bell is now available in the colorways “Orange,” “Glacier Grey,” and “Black” at the best stores in Europe and online on the ONE BLOCK DOWN website.