While the celebrity backing of Ato Matsumoto has waned in recent memory, the Japanese designer
Thrusted into the limelight thanks largely in part to an appearance on the feet of Kanye West,
For the 2008 fall/winter collection, Ato Matsumoto has offered an updated version of their
Japanese designer Ato Matsumoto has released a new high top style incorporating various features. Based on an all too familiar silhouette, the front includes your conventional lace up styles while the rear includes a zipper and Velcro enclosure at the heel. Both black patent and white patent styles are available.
Source: Rowgage
When it was first sported on the feet of Kanye West, everybody was getting their panties in a knot over what the deal was. Since then, the chunky velcro’d sneaker has seen a few renditions come and go. The latest colorways feature a metallic silver colorway as well as previous styles including cowhide leather with patent in both white and black. At a price of ¥30,450 JPY (approximately $306 USD), the price if you have a Japanese hook-up is respectable for what some consider a high end fashion sneaker. Available now for pre-order at Rowgage
Japanese designer Ato Matsumoto was thrusted into the lime light last year as many Kanye fans and sneaker fans alike wondered what exactly was on Kanye West’s feet. His 2008 Fall/Winter collection emphasizes silhouettes and layering as he aims to achieve a useful aesthetic.
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