Australian-based boutique, Up There, surprised the world with the sequel to their recently released “Natsukashii” Asics Gel-Kayano 12.1. This pair opts for bright and clean vibes with a light grey, silver and white colour palette. Check out my video for a full review, and big thanks to Up There for sending these over my way!
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Up There x Asics Gel-Kayano 12.1 “Natsukashii” Review
This fall ready sneaker just dropped by Asics in collaboration with Australian-based boutique, Up There. The Gel-Kayano 12.1 is a mash up silhouette and this time it utilizes earthy tones like grey mesh, shiny green overlays and if you look close, red pops along the tongue and outsole. Tune into my review to learn more about this incredible pair and to see how they are on feet!
HAL Studios x Asics Gel-Kayano 20 “Malt” Review
Australia’s HAL Studios’ latest Asics collab gave the Gel-Kayano 20 a twist. Replacing the traditional lacing with three velcro straps, these feature a fall/winter colour palette in tones of brown, black and red. Check out my review of this “Malt” colourway and let me know what you think of their controversial change!
Up There x New Balance 860 V2 “Green / Blue” Review
Australian boutique, Up There, is set to release their latest New Balance collab, this time releasing a colourful take on the 860 V2 sneaker. Dropping at the end of October, these feature a blue mesh base, green synthetic nubuck overlays, brown detailing, and pink laces. A random mix of colours but somehow they just work! Check out my early review and huge thanks to Up There for the early oop!
New Balance 991 V2 “Yellow” (Asia-Pacific City Exclusive) Review
Last month, New Balance dropped a series of city exclusive colourways of their 991 V2 silhouette. Each pair is regional specific, like the “Yellow” pair I’m reviewing today which was an Asia-Pacific exclusive sold only in Melbourne and Seoul. Check out my in-depth review and on feet look and let me know which of this pack was your fave!
Above the Clouds x Asics GT-2160 “Cream / Chocolate Brown” Review
Australian-based boutique, Above the Clouds, is back with another Asics GT-2160 collaboration. This time, it utilizes brown, cream and red hits, while still retaining the essence of the 2023 “Green” colourway. As usual, a translucent mesh covers the toebox – so your socks matter! Let me know what you think of this shoe down below!
Up There x Asics Gel-Terrain “Purple / Lavender” Review
Australian-based boutique, Up There, released their third collaboration with Asics – this time tackling the Gel-Terrain model. Inspired by the colours of the Australian bush in autumn, this pair features a mesh upper, fuse overlays, trail-inspired laces and lace lock, and even custom carabiners attached to the tongue. Check out my review of these beauties, and big thank you to Up There for sending these over to me!
Up There x New Balance 1906R “Metallic Silver” (M1906RUP) Review
Thanks to StockX for hooking me up with one of the New Balance 1906R collabs I missed out on last year! This pair is a project with Australian sneaker boutique, Up There, who dropped this silver-based colourway with cream and green coloured accents this past November. Check out my review and drop a comment to share how you feel about these!
Above the Clouds x Asics GT-2160 “Cream / Shamrock Green” Review
Australian-based boutique, Above the Clouds, recently released their take on the Asics GT-2160 model. Opting for tones of green, silver and a translucent mesh toe box, these are one of the more creative takes on this 2010-era running shoe that seen a surge in popularity in the past year. Check out my review and let me know what you think of them!
