First Look: RSVP Gallery Takes Brooks Off-Road with Caldera 8 Colab

brooks sneaker with RSVP Gallery badge on heel
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have been quietly carving out space in the lifestyle world, balancing their performance pedigree with left-field collaborations and updated visuals. Recent projects with and signalled the shift, and now, another key player is stepping in: Chicago’s . Co-founded by and the late , the boutique has long existed at the intersection of fashion, culture and streetwear, making it a natural partner as Brooks broadens its reach.

While the linkup fits squarely within Brooks’ ongoing push into the lifestyle space, the collaborative Caldera 8 leans more technical than casual. Indeed, teased via the Illinois native's Instagram page, the model arrives with several hardware updates.

Notably, the heel counter is replaced with a lightweight fabric overlay, along with a black TPU accent and RSVP Gallery branding appearing on the lateral side. Underfoot, the geometric, ultra-cushioned midsole stays untouched.

There’s no official word on the colab just yet, but with Don C scheduled to speak on a Brooks panel at Paris Fashion Week on June 25, we're expecting more to surface soon. Stick with Sneaker Freaker for the latest.

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