FIDAN NOVRUZOVA Reimagines ASICS’ GEL-CUMULUS 16 Through a Modern Nostalgia Lens

Coming in two vampy colorways.

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Name: FIDAN NOVRUZOVA x ASICS GEL-CUMULUS 16 Limited Edition
Colorway: “Black,” “Dark Cherry”
SKU: TBC
MSRP: €260 EUR (approx. $300 USD)
Release Date: Available Now
Where to Buy: FIDAN NOVRUZOVA

The new limited-edition collaboration between Moldovan designer FIDAN NOVRUZOVA and ASICS features a high-end, hand-crafted reinterpretation of the GEL-CUMULUS 16 sneaker. Released in two vampy colorways – “Black” and “Dark Cherry”- the collaboration merges ASICS’ movement-focused ethos with Novruzova’s distinctive visual universe.

The “Black” edition emphasizes sleek minimalism with tonal depth, while the “Dark Cherry” version introduces a rich burgundy palette with layered textures that highlight the sculptural form of the GEL-CUMULUS 16. Each pair is produced using traditional shoemaking techniques and premium leather sourced from the same makers behind the designer’s emblematic footwear, elevating the sneaker into a hybrid of functional sportswear and collectible statement.


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