Y-3 – Style Meets Comfort
The blurring of boundaries between sports and fashion is not new to Y-3; in fact, it is their core business. For Spring/Summer 2011, fans of the cult street wear brand will be elated with the selection of footwear, both for men and women. In their continual quest to create products of comfort, breathability and durability, the latest range of hybrid sneaker heels, modern brogues and conceptual travel shoes will have you asking for more.
Bringing fashion up a few notches, this season’s fierce heels and wedges have been technologically enhanced without having to compromising on style. In order to ensure that the shoes are comfortable and wearable from day to night, Y-3 has made use of the adiPRENE technology and Torsion system. adiPRENE technology has a shock absorbent quality that optimises comfort and support at all times while the Torsion system balances pressure on both feet to allow for added stability.
Technology and aesthetics do not always mix, but in this case, it most certainly did. The technological enhancements were blended with designs that are at the very cutting edge of fashion. Sporting a sculptural heel, an attractive gold detailing and athletic laces, the Speed Lace High Heels (SGD679) are decidedly high fashion with a heavy dose of the edgy. The Torsion Wedge (shown above, SGD669) is chunkier, but no less sexy with its cut-out details, high top style and leather finish.
For the boys, the highlight product of the collection will have to be the KUBO Hi (SGD539) & Lo (SGD589). The ultimate lightweight and breathable shoes, these are the perfect travel shoes as they collapse to a small packable size but stretch comfortably to the size of your feet when unpacked.
The collection will also introduce the brand new range of formal shoes (SGD599 to SGD649) that integrates the benefits of Adidas technology into dressier designs.
The Y-3 Spring/Summer 2010 footwear will be available in the store (#01-05, Mandarin Gallery) from January 2011
