Virginia-based artist and designer VANDYTHEPINK is bringing his food-inspired work to Asics footwear this season, with banana-split inspired pairs of the GEL-Nimbus 10.1. The “Strawberry” style releases in June.
Founded by Junghoon Son, VANDYTHEPINK has built a strong aesthetic portfolio and fanbase over the last few years. The multi-talented artist and designer brings his colorful flare to a wide range of goods, including apparel and accessories and collectible vinyl figures. Recently VANDY has gotten into the footwear game, teaming up with Salomon late in 2024 for their first official collaboration, and bringing their frequent food inspiration to the release.
This season, VANDYTHEPINK has lined up its second entry in the world of footwear, this time teaming up with Asics for a special release of the GEL-Nimbus 10.1. The project is inspired by a classic banana split sundae, and decorates the shoe in two colorways, thought the “Banana” yellow pair was released exclusively in Japan last week. The second pair, in a soft “Strawberry” pink shade, will get a global release in June. This look adds metallic silver overlays, small hints of brown and yellow, and fuzzy laces to complete the look.
VANDYTHEPINK X ASICS GEL-NIMBUS 10.1 “STRAWBERRY” RELEASE INFORMATION
The debut collaboration from VANDYTHEPINK and Asics made its debut at atmosCon in Tokyo this weekend, with a global release expected to arrive in June 2025. The yellow “Banana” pair was a Japan exclusive, and only the “Strawberry” look will see a wide release. Pricing for this project is currently unknown.
VANDYTHEPINK x Asics GEL-Nimbus 10.1
Color: Pink
Release Date: June 2025
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