Patou is bringing a feminine twist to the viral Onitsuka Tiger sneaker
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH ONITSUKA TIGER
WORDS BY HARRIET PUDNEY
Off-duty ballerina with extremely good taste in music.
Do you remember when women were expected to wear heels to the office every day? Neither, let’s not talk about it. Instead let’s focus on something much more gorgeous: The new Patou X Onitsuka Tiger collaboration. So cute, so French, so necessary. Your footwear decisions are your own, obviously, but these sneakers have got to be top contenders.
To celebrate the 75th birthday of Onitsuka Tiger, this collaboration with French luxury house, Patou, combines the best of Japanese footwear with the street style of Paris, in the form of three extremely chic sneakers.
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Let’s begin with the Mexico 66, an all-time classic here reimagined in a Y2K black and pink colourway. Adorable from a distance and even more so when you notice the signature Onitsuka stripes are made with beautiful grosgrain ribbon. What a combination. Pair these with scrunchy socks and a mini skirt for an outfit Chloe Sevigny would be proud of. You trinket girlies will be pleased to know this style comes with a removable tiger charm complete with the Patou logo. Leave it on or add it to your handbag charm collection.
Next is the Mexico Rinkan, a very chill high-top style available in beige and soft pink. It’s for the girls, you know? You’ll find more grosgrain detailing here, along with a chunky sole you can stomp around in. He was a punk, she did ballet, etc. This is the ideal shoe for a summer of music festivals where you want to be comfortable but looking your absolute best – just add slouchy jorts and a lace cami.
Last but not least is the dance-inspired Mexico 66 Ballerina, which as the name suggests, is a cute compromise between a ballet flat and a sneaker. With delicate shapes and details on a slim, low-profile flat, this style will look especially elegant worn with sheer knee-high tights.
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If you’re already inspired and dreaming of the outfits you’ll style around these sneakers, good news: the Patou X Onitsuka Tiger collaboration includes apparel. Expect hoodies, T-shirts and accessories in signature Patou pinks, freshened up with Onitsuka’s urban energy. The vibe? Off-duty ballerina with extremely good taste in music. You’ll need to run, not walk as these styles are only available in limited quantities and select locations. What’s fashion without a little exclusivity?
Browse the Patou x Onitsuka Tiger collaboration here.
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