Stussy
has teamed up with Nike for a new 'Trainerendor' trainer design. Available in a
blue or green variety, the new trainer fuses style with functionality, creating
a footwear piece that stands out with a ombré Nike logo and thick white sole.
It's also got great grip and can equally be worn training. Commenting on the
collaborative effort, Stussy said about the companies and how they've worked
together: "Nike pioneered the ultimate multi-activity gym and court
necessity in 1987 when they unleashed their first cross trainer. Around the
same time Stussy was pioneering style as multiple subcultures and lifestyles
converged for global tribal gatherings and establishing iconic style. The
Stussy x Nike Trainerendor Lows are the sum of everything that came before,
with added innovation from skateboarding and snowboarding engineered to
transcend styles and surfaces – from street to snow and mountains to molehills."
Speaking
on the trainer design itself, Stussy say that the new trainer is comfortable
and looks great. It features well thought out design that just works well and
has no overly complicated frills. With simple forefoot straps and rubber
outsoles, the design is everything you need: "Lightweight but rugged,
there are no boundaries here – Phylon midsoles mean superior comfort and the
VELCRO® forefoot straps and sticky rubber outsoles will help you stand your
ground, no matter what’s beneath you. Mesh uppers put the Trainerendor Low on a
diet for minimal weight, while unique faded branding and reflective underlays
deliver ultimate visibility, because at the end of the day…"
