emmi x The North Face VECTIV Breeze 2 Releases June 18
Japanese contemporary label emmi has partnered with The North Face to rework the VECTIV Breeze 2 hybrid runner in a restrained pink and grey palette. The collaboration marries emmi's signature aesthetic refinement with outdoor performance engineering, arriving June 18.
By Ava Rodriguez
The VECTIV Breeze 2 serves as an ideal canvas for emmi's design sensibility—a shoe built on utility that welcomes editorial restraint. Where The North Face emphasizes technical function, emmi strips the palette to two complementary tones, allowing construction detail to command attention rather than chromatic loudness.
The upper employs breathable mesh paneling alongside synthetic overlays, a combination engineered for ventilation without sacrificing structure. Below, a three-layer sole system balances responsive cushioning with the grip required for variable terrain. This functional foundation reflects The North Face's hybrid heritage—a shoe equally at home on light trail work or urban commute.
Emmi's execution demonstrates restraint as a design choice. The soft pink colorway avoids saturation; instead, it reads as a muted mauve tone that anchors the grey accents. This tonal interplay creates visual depth without relying on contrast or pattern work. Branding appears minimal, allowing the shoe's geometry and material blocking to take precedence.
The partnership aligns with emmi's broader strategy of collaborating with performance-driven brands while maintaining its identity as a curator of refined design. Previous work with outdoor and athletic partners demonstrates the label's ability to navigate utility without compromising its editorial voice.
Looking to buy or sell?
Check current prices for emmi x The North Face VECTIV Breeze 2 Pink Grey on StockX
Release Info
Product: emmi x The North Face VECTIV Breeze 2
Colorway: Pink/Grey
SKU: NF52644-PQM
Retail Price: ¥23,980 JPY
Release Date: June 18, 2024
Where to Buy: emmi (Japan)
Availability: Limited to emmi retail and online channels
