According to critics, we have entered the era of the post-collab because we have had enough of multi-brand partnerships. In reality, consumers are still hungry for crossovers, especially when faced with new offerings from Japanese luxury brands, alongside the Swoosh. At Paris Fashion Week, Japanese designer Chitose Abe presented another new addition in the long-standing collaboration with Nike. Introducing the new Magmascape sneaker: a remix of the classic Air Footscape silhouette. Sacai took a step back from the classic runners of past collaborations, aiming for something more futuristic.

The shoes have a sturdy structure, the lacing systems are characterized by being misaligned, and they feature a double sole configuration. They possess all the characteristics of a StockX success without transcending: they have a sinuous, aggressive, and original look, but they are certainly not a fleeting attraction like the artistic installations we admire on street corners only during the fashion show season. This is the strength that sets Sacai and Nike apart. The sneakers in question are indeed intended for sale.

There is still no official release date, and despite the presentation of a series of models in blue, brown, gray, red, and other shades, Sacai has not yet announced which versions will hit the shelves. However, you can expect to see something during the course of this year and additional partnerships with Sacai. In the same collection, Carhartt has received the Abe treatment with knitted versions of the brand’s best-selling chore jacket and oversized parka jackets. Haters will have much to criticize. Sneaker fanatics will have much to buy.