Exaggerated & Extreme: Balenciaga Launches The 10XL Sneaker

PHOTO COURTESY OF BALENCIAGA

PHOTO COURTESY OF BALENCIAGA

Balenciaga isn’t known for subtlety, and its latest footwear innovation proves it. Brand new for spring-summer 2024, the 10XL Sneaker is an outsized take on a classic gym style. Embodying the Parisian fashion brand’s penchant for extreme proportions, it transforms a familiar design into a statement piece that’s chunky in all the right places.

Despite its dramatic scale, the new silhouette retains the core elements of a sports-inspired sneaker. The sneaker’s construction stays true to everyday athletic footwear, with mesh detailing allowing for maximum breathability. And despite its overall epic size, it remains surprisingly lightweight without sacrificing comfort.

PHOTO COURTESY OF BALENCIAGA

At the same time, colourful TPU details add visual interest to the 10XL Sneaker, while proportions are playfully exaggerated. For extra dynamism, a tilted Balenciaga logo adorns the side of each shoe, creating a visual suggestion of movement and speed. It’s as if the logo itself is in motion, propelling you forward with every step.

More than just a conversation starter, these stellar kicks are a bold expression of Balenciaga’s design philosophy. Available in sizes for men and women, three iterations in White, Grey and Black, another in Grey and Yellow and a third in Grey, Pink and Black form the debut drop on 19 April at the boutique in Marina Bay Sands.

Retailing at SGD1890, the 10XL Sneaker will also be available online, before launching at Balenciaga’s Paragon boutique on 30 April.

For more information, do visit BALENCIAGA.com

PHOTOS COURTESY OF BALENCIAGA

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