With its latest collaboration, Puma is sprinting into the future, teaming up with legendary Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt to celebrate the upcoming Paris Olympics. The partnership is a fitting homage to Bolt's unmatched legacy in athletics and his continued influence on the world of sports. Bolt has chosen the Puma Suede, one of the brand’s most classic and recognizable silhouettes, for the occasion.
The sneaker is a masterpiece of design and symbolism, blending functionality with iconic aesthetics. This Puma Suede is constructed from a rich blend of suede, mesh, and tumbled leather, predominantly dressed in a sleek black. This upper serves as a canvas for striking gold and blue accents that imbue the sneaker with a sense of luxury and performance.
Gold highlights underscore the sneaker's celebratory nature, including Usain Bolt's signature on the midfoot, his iconic bolt pose on the heel, and stitching on the Puma formstrip. Additionally, the sneaker features blue tumbled leather at the back, adorned with coordinates pointing to a location near the Stade de France, one of the stadiums utilized for the games.
Further enhancing its special edition status, the tongue tag and insole are embellished with a map of Paris and references to the Olympic Games, making it not just a piece of footwear but a collector's item that commemorates a global event. The collaboration is rounded off with a classic white rubber sole unit, ensuring that the sneaker is as wearable as it is symbolic.
The Usain Bolt x Puma Suede Paris Olympics will release in 2024 through Puma and select retailers online and in-store. Pricing details have yet to be announced. Download the Sole Retriever mobile app to stay up-to-date with the latest in sneaker releases, raffles, and news in the sneaker and streetwear scenes.
Usain Bolt x Puma Suede Paris Olympics
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