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Takashi Murakami Unveils Custom Sneaker Design Made of PORTER Bags

Just recently Takashi Murakami took to Instagram to show off his custom “I Love It” Halloween costume, the contemporary artist is back with another exclusive piece, this time revealing a unique pair of asymmetrical sneakers made in conjunction with Japanese bag specialists, PORTER.

 

Mixing premium material construction utilizing PORTER’s fabrics, along with a mesh and leather accents, mini bag compartments on the sides and ankle area, featuring PORTER’s branding on the tongues, and adjustable velcro straps on the mid-foot of the right shoe, while Takashi Murakami’s flowers and “TM/KK” branding on the midsole, outsole, and tongue of the right shoe.

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In the last few years, I have thought about the reality of the distance between sneaker culture and myself. I felt like it was a game that I would be able to play once I understood the rules; and so I began my sneaker journey, taking action and studying everything I could. With that in mind, I would like to share a midway progress report on the direction that I have been working on since spring. Here it is! Thanks to @yoshidakaban.official who has rescued us in numerous ways, from choosing materials to helping with the bag production process, the project has begun to take shape. The production was overseen by @wakamoon and Kaikai Kiki’s very own design team! @shisho_kaikaikiki @kazami.su @puq_mayumi There is a little bit more to go until completion, but I wanted to update and report my progress on my new adventure.

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No words regarding the release date nor the price, but according to Takashi, there’s more to be accomplished until the final result.