A hybrid of two iconic Nike runners, the Sacai x LDWaffle is an experimental design typical of the Japanese fashion label's provocative aesthetic. This 'Black' version-revealed in September 2019-is executed in mesh with two-tone suede at the toe, eyestays and counter. The concept of duality is furthered by leather Swooshes, paired tongues and co-branding on the heel. A dual sculpted midsole is layered above a traditional rubber waffle outsole.
Nike and sacai continue their creative partnership with a sneaker collaboration that brings in the iconic French label Jean Paul Gaultier. One of two debut colorways, the sacai x Jean Paul Gaultier x Nike VaporWaffle 'Black' delivers a higher-cut version of the sneaker that blends elements from the Vaporfly and original Pegasus from 1983. The black textile upper is fortified with tonal overlays in leather and suede, and appointed with sacai's doubled-up tongues, Swooshes and laces. Prominent baseball-style stitching cuts across the midfoot and collar. The mid-top rides on a double-stacked foam midsole, supported underfoot by a waffle-tread rubber outsole.
The Nike LDWaffle sacai Undercover Midnight Spruce features a Midnight Spruce nylon upper with black and red leather, and grey hairy suede overlays. In signature fashion, the tongues, overlays, and soles are doubled, carrying out sacai's reconstructive design aesthetic.
The Nike LDWaffle sacai Undercover Black Bright Citron is constructed with a black nylon upper with white and Bright Citron leather, and tonal grey hairy suede overlays. In alignment with other LDWaffles, the tongues, overlays, and soles are doubled, carrying out sacai's reconstructive design aesthetic.