When it comes to selecting collaborators, Asics doesn’t copy any other sneaker brand’s playbook. Despite its recent mainstream hits, the Japanese maker has always largely catered to a niche audience and seems to value finding collaborators with the same ethos. Whether that’s eclectic brands like Bentgablenits or gorpy gods like Haven, they’ve got a great eye for designers with rich, distinct visions.
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