Y-3's Latest Kohna Ditches the Monochrome and Goes Bright Neon

Throw some color into your all-black everything.

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While Yohji Yamamoto‘s stellar output of footwear normally hits its audience with the monochromatic variety, its latest release is a breath of fresh, ultra vibrant air. The sleek, futuristic Kohna is adorned with bright panels of neon green at the rear half and heel, while its neoprene toe box consists of a solid purple. A black mid cage surrounds the shoe to complete the technologically innovative runner. While there’s nothing wrong with an all-black Kohna, we’re really digging this departure for the upcoming spring months to add some pop to a head-to-toe onyx outfit. Pick up your pair now for $295 USD over at Bodega.

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