LEATHERY HI-TOPS

Berluti presents a new sneaker inspired by the high-tops of the 1980s

Berluti is expanding its shoe collection, through the FallWinter 2022 season, with a new statement sneaker.

Inspired by high-top basketball sneakers of the 80s and early 90s and paying homage to Berluti’s first-ever sneaker Playtime, it displays a distinctive sporty design thanks to Berluti’s knowhow and flair.

Made from Venezia leather, the upper’s assembled cutouts are the result of artisanal work comprising 80 leather pieces. The best example is the refined folded leather technique used on the toe and the back of the shoe.

Trademark details include sporty features such as padded Venezia leather tongue, perforations, an anatomic insole, and a mesh lining for comfort. A thick and comfortable rubber outsole features a leather insert on the heel with a pop of colour matching the laces.

Playoff comes with a choice of two different uppers, an eye-catching high top and a more timeless low top option embellished by the Berluti Scritto signature.

Four different renditions are available, with two specific patina treatments. Classic shades such as iconic

Nero Grigio and Honey - a brand new seasonal colour - offer an understatedly chic option.

On the splashier side is Neon patina, an innovative technique which requires more than 3 hours of work and in which upper edges are highlighted in a contrasting tone by hand, using a pencil.

Chosen hues are Steel Blue-and-Red and Purple-and-Blue.

All Playoff styles include an extra pair of white laces and come in a special canvas pouch matching their heel tab colour.

The sneakers will be available worldwide in Berluti stores and at Berluti’s e-shop from September.

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