ASICS Tarther

For the SS21 collection, CDG SHIRT collaborates with legendary Japanese footwear brand ASICS. A popular silhouette in Japan, the Tarther is essentially an upgraded version of ASICS’ Tiger Runner from 1983, and here CdG SHIRT has given it a little bit of high-end flair. 

Slim in build but striking in shape, Tarther is centered around its richly-colored quarters and heels — which are done up in purplee. Luxurious detailing arrives via metallic gold speckles across the colorful base. The rest of the shoe is an exercise in retro running style, using white mesh and leather plus black suede while also featuring cut-out detailing and a special Tiger stripe on the quarter.

Gold co-branded Comme des Garçons and Asics hit grace each tongue, with a gold Tarther spell out on the lateral heel. More co-branding is present on the insoles. Trim midsoles are constructed from white EVA foam, and both shoes are completed by a sporty outsole with a neon yellow forefoot and a silver-speckled midfoot bridge.