Mizuno Reissues Its Flagship WAVE PROPHECY 1 in Two High-Contrast Colorways
Arriving in “Yellow/Blue” and “Red/Gold”
Name: Mizuno WAVE PROPHECY 1 “Yellow/Blue,” “Red/Gold”
Colorway: Yellow/Blue, Red/Gold
SKU: D1GA265501, D1GA265101
MSRP: ￥35,200 JPY (approx. $218 USD)
Release Date: July 3
Where to Buy: Mizuno
Mizuno is set to reissue its landmark flagship runner, the WAVE PROPHECY 1, in two striking, high‑contrast colorways: “Yellow/Blue” and “Red/Gold.” Both editions revive the silhouette’s futuristic DNA while introducing bold palettes that amplify its layered construction and technical edge.
The “Yellow/Blue” iteration channels a vibrant, athletic energy, with electric yellow and blue tones peeking through a white mesh upper to create an understated, whimsical effect. These titular hues also dominate the quarters, forging a sweeping look anchored by a yellow Runbird logo that is complemented by dark blue overlays. Adding to the layered aesthetic, metallic silver overlays wrap across the upper and overlap to serve as the shoe’s laceguards.
Meanwhile, the “Red/Gold” arrives on a stealthy black foundation, enriched by glossy red details that brighten the midsole and quarter logos. Red tones weave into the mesh, evoking a subtle “flames‑behind‑metal” effect, while gold accents appear sparingly on the tongue and the tips of the Runbird logo, lending a regal finish.
Underfoot, the silhouette remains defined by its radical, open-air tooling, which spotlights the brand’s legendary full-length Infinity Wave mechanical cushioning system. This signature hollow-plate configuration is precisely engineered to deliver elite shock absorption while completely neutralizing midsole sagging over time.
