In the war against the “pink and shrink” style of boring women’s sneakers, Metagirl Studio has been a shining light of croquettish, balletcore brilliance, using customization and collaboration to instill some feminine energy into our favorite footwear. The latest Metagirl collab links up with Saucony to bring the ProGrid Paramount model back from the archives, decking out the mesh runner in violet tones and pearly imagery.
Entitled “Daughter of the Moon,” Metagirl Studio’s debut project with Saucony tells the story of the pearl, “born of the earth’s waters and the heaven’s powers, struck by a flash of moonlight.” The color story is told through a pearly white mesh upper bordered by frilly white lace and silver hits on the side logo and lace protection. Metallic purple emanates from the laces, outsole, and the custom 3D-printed clamshell heel counter.
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