Nike and Tiffany, New Balance and Miu Miu, and now Puma y Balmain. The renowned German firm and the maison led by Olivier Rousteing joins forces again -the first time was in 2019-, to the launch of a collection inspired by the world of basket and “the emotion that it gives off”as the creative director himself has pointed out.
“Here, we are all big fans of this sport. Also, honestly, is there any group of athletes more fashionable than basketball players?”, he wanted to point out.
This second collaboration between Balmain and Puma has taken as its canvas the emblematic model Balmain Court from the Parisian firm. In this case, in this limited edition collection, the new sneakers, made in Italy, incorporate the golden Balmain logo on the tongue, and two more discreetly in black on the sides and toecap, as well as a strap with the logos of both houses on the heel. It also has a high rebound ProFoam midsole and high abrasion rubber to offer greater comfort with innovative materials. Likewise, the box in which these new sneakers It is inspired by basketballs.
Puma x Balmain
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A sober version, just merge black, white and red, and small touches of gold, which reaffirms that there are no limits between luxury, fashion and sport.
In addition, in this new Puma x Balmain collection it is also possible to find different garments focused on this traditional American basketball aesthetic, from complete uniforms to bomber-style jackets (inspired by the iconic Balmain Teddy of the maison), caps or t-shirts. Also worth noting is the black basketball with golden touches that includes the Balmain logo.
Puma x Balmain
The collection is now available at Balmain’s website and in the flagship stores of the French house located in different parts of the planet. The price range goes from 275 to 3,990 euros.
