Mizuno, a Japanese footwear company, has been extremely busy lately. In addition to recent collaborations with Footpatrol to commemorate their 20th anniversary.
Mizuno has also partnered with artists like Hajime Sorayama and Patta while continuing to release regular apparel drops in between. With a new solo collection called the “Desert Meditation Pack,” the footwear expert is now going back to the fundamentals.
The new collection, which includes three new variations of the Wave Rider 10, Wave Mujin TL, and Wave Prophecy sneakers, is motivated by embracing open landscapes and self-reflection. A neutral sneaker that can be worn by both casual runners and off-road hikers, the Wave Rider 10 was introduced to commemorate ten years of the Wave Rider series.
Its retro styling makes subtle nods to Reebok’s Kona Leather Hi from 1991 and features wide-set mesh wear. The firm grip midsole of the shoe also incorporates Mizuno’s Parallel Wave Technology, which provides an extra bounce when moving quickly.
As this iteration of the shoe is the sixth in the series, the Wave Mujin TL has adopted designer Tuan Lee’s initials, which are debossed into the design. This updated version combines the vintage sketches from the original design with a Michelin outsole that has improved traction and is made for quick outdoor excursions.
The Mizuno “Desert Meditation Pack” will be available from retailers such as Footpatrol beginning July 29.
