Crafted For the Few: ASICS Delivers Limited ‘Silver Burgundy’ GEL-Kayano 12.1

are continuing to ride high on the mesh-runner wave with a new ultra-limited take on the GEL-Kayano 12.1. Last reworked by and , the hybrid silhouette combines the upper of the 2006 GEL-Kayano 12 with the tooling from the GEL-Nimbus 17, and has quietly become one of the brand’s most techy, cult-favourite models as of late.

Dubbed 'Silver Burgundy', the latest iteration is a China exclusive, limited to just 150 pairs. While the model itself carries the same open mesh construction, cushioning and FluidRide midsole seen on many GRs, the undisputed highlight of the upcoming iteration is the colour palette. Cream tones hit the base and laces, while shiny silver panels run across the overlays. Meanwhile, deep burgundy shades cover the Tiger Stripes and inner lining, creating a luxe contrast that lands somewhere between retro runner and future classic.

True to ASICS’ tech-forward DNA, the pair is finished with Japanese kanji on the tongue – translating to 'Kayano' in tribute to the series’ original designer, Toshikazu Kayano. With only a handful of pairs in rotation and no signs of a wider drop, this particular iteration already feels like collector material. ASICS might be digging into their archive, but with moves like this, the brand is shaping the future just as much as the past.

For all you eager beavers, just remember: the ASICS Gel-Kayano 12.1 'Silver Metallic/Burgundy Cream' will launch exclusively in China, and is limited to just 150 pairs. Keep it locked to Sneaker Freaker for more details as they come in.

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