Relationships are always unique – and that includes the one you have with sneakers. For Amsterdam-based fashion designer Gemma Sangalli, that connection runs especially deep. A fashion designer by trade, Sangalli has held roles at some of the biggest players in the industry today, including Puma and Tommy Hilfiger, and worked across categories, designing accessories, womenswear, footwear and more.Her love of sneakers far predates her professional career though – and often goes beyond the rea...

Relationships are always unique – and that includes the one you have with sneakers. For Amsterdam-based fashion designer Gemma Sangalli, that connection runs especially deep. A fashion designer by trade, Sangalli has held roles at some of the biggest players in the industry today, including Puma and Tommy Hilfiger, and worked across categories, designing accessories, womenswear, footwear and more.Her love of sneakers far predates her professional career though – and often goes beyond the rea...

SHUSHU/TONG just teased a brand new collaboration with ASICS and we are not worthy. Posting on Instagram, the Shanghai-based label shared an image which showcased a new black sneaker, placed atop a white cake and captured amidst a slew of delectable treats.Lensed by Beijing-based photographer Effy Yu, the image seemingly features as part of a wider campaign for the upcoming collaboration. The sneaker in question features an all-over leather build, landing in a classic black colorway, complete wi...

This year we've seen a paramount shift in female representation for the sneaker industry. We're kicking "Pink it and shrink it" to the curb and stepping into an era of thoughtful silhouettes, women creative directors and collaborations with emerging female designers. To celebrate, we're back with our end-of-year series, Hypebae Best, to unveil our favorite sneakers and footwear of 2023.To kick it off,  Cecilie Bahnsen's multiple collaborations with ASICS introduced us to her ultra feminine univ...