Studio Nicholson x ASICS GEL-KINETIC SP Drops June 12
London-based design house Studio Nicholson has partnered with ASICS once again, this time reimagining the GEL-KINETIC SP through a lens of deliberate minimalism. The forthcoming collaboration arrives as an Asia-Pacific exclusive on June 12, priced at £235 GBP, with availability limited to Studio Nicholson's channels.
By Ava Rodriguez
The partnership channels Studio Nicholson's established design ethos—one defined by material integrity and the deliberate absence of unnecessary detail. Applied to the GEL-KINETIC SP, a hybrid model that blurs the line between court footwear and everyday wear, this approach strips away the typical athletic apparatus that characterizes many contemporary sneaker releases. The result is a silhouette that prioritizes the shoe's structural form rather than visual ornamentation.
The GEL-KINETIC SP's angular construction and stacked heel unit provide the skeleton; Studio Nicholson's curation determines the expression. By constraining the colorway and material palette, the collaboration allows the shoe's engineered proportions—its tapered forefoot, sculptural heel counter, and functional cushioning—to become the focal point. This restraint represents a countercurrent to the maximalist design language dominating contemporary sneaker culture.
Release Details
The Studio Nicholson x ASICS GEL-KINETIC SP launches June 12 through Studio Nicholson's direct channels. Availability is restricted to the APAC region, making this a geographically limited proposition. The £235 GBP price point positions it within the premium collaborative tier—a fair valuation for a design-forward execution from two brands with clearly aligned sensibilities.
For those tracking broader ASICS deals, the brand currently appears across multiple retailers with discounts averaging 34% off, though this Studio Nicholson collab will likely maintain full retail.
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Release Info
Product: Studio Nicholson x ASICS GEL-KINETIC SP
Release Date: June 12
Price: £235 GBP
Availability: Studio Nicholson (APAC exclusive)
Status: Upcoming
