The famous shop ATMOS knows as much how to reinterpret cult models as to add its touch to innovative pairs (various articles available on this site). For its latest collaboration, the Japanese brand has teamed up with the American brand KEEN and the Q’s Design Studio of Motomichi Q Sekimura to create comfortable and daring sandals.
This work was made from a project called PROJECT AQ24, A for atmos, Q for Q’s Design Studio, 2 for Together (2gether) and 4 for Forever (4ever).
Atmos and Motomichi Q Sekimura have redesigned KEEN’s flagship sandals, a label that has been committed to the environment since its inception in 2003, in an « animal » spirit.
Thus, the YOGUI, SHANTI and NEWPORT models are adorned with animal motifs that are highly appreciated by the atmos boutique and revisited by Q’s Design Studio.
The YOGUI has a white/black zebra print and the SHANTI is covered with a brown/yellow cheetah pattern. The former features a white footbed and black outsole, while the latter has an orange footbed and a semi-translucent outsole with black studs. The sandals are comfortable and stable and are available in both men’s and women’s sizes.
The NEWPORT, which is a more wraparound model with a lacing system for added support, comes in children’s sizes (infant to junior). It’s offered in zebra or cheetah rainbow to match parents’ pairs. Heel pulls and a black sole that rises on the front of the foot to protect against shocks complete the look.
To accompany the sandals, the partners designed black accessories featuring KEEN and AQ24 branding, as well as the project slogan « TOGETHER FOREVER » in contrasting white.
Atmos also called on the renowned outdoor brand GRIPSWANY once again to create exclusive GEAR SHORTS. Made from a material that is ideal for summer : supplex nylon that offers comfort, lightness and softness, these shorts feature a zebra or cheetah pattern to match the sandals.
The Atmos x Q’s Design Studio x KEEN « PROJECT AQ24 » collection and the GEAR SHORTS will be released on June 10, 2022 in atmos stores and online at atmos-tokyo.com. Prices range from $42 (¥5500) to $66 (¥8580) for the sandals. The bag costs $42 (¥5500), the cap $30 (¥3850) and the shorts are priced at $84 (¥11000) each. Be ready !
