Summary
- Kiko Kostadinov and ASICS are expanding their ongoing partnership with the release of the new LYASA FF Tabi, officially dropping on April 11, 2026
- Originally presented during the Womenswear Autumn/Winter 2025 show in Paris, the slip-on silhouette features a sculpted rubber and EVA sole that balances visual depth with responsive cushioning
- The conceptual shoe arrives in two striking metallic colorways—Caramel/Rose Gold and Carbon Pure Silver—referencing archival graphic designs
The highly celebrated creative partnership between Kiko Kostadinov and ASICS is taking another bold step forward. Following the initial launch of their ambitious four-part Tabi series earlier this spring, the London-based designer and the Japanese sportswear giant have officially unveiled the ASICS LYASA FF Tabi. Originally presented in Paris during Kostadinov's Womenswear Fall/Winter 2025 runway show, the sleek slip-on silhouette beautifully bridges conceptual high fashion with the lightweight principles of archival marathon running shoes.
Drawing direct inspiration from the original ASICS Tabi marathon shoes developed in the 1970s, the LYASA FF is engineered for pure comfort and ease of wear. The upper is meticulously crafted from a soft, elastic material utilizing minimal seaming, significantly reducing pressure on the foot while providing a snug, sock-like fit. Furthering its conceptual appeal, the upper is adorned with a sweeping metallic pattern that gracefully curves from top to toe—a subtle but deliberate nod to legendary graphic designer Herb Lubalin’s late 1980s proposals for the ASICS logo.
Underfoot, the modernized silhouette is equipped with a highly flexible rubber and EVA midsole-outsole combination. This sculpted sole unit successfully reduces overall weight while maintaining essential grip for everyday wear. Adding a layer of intricate detailing, the tooling seamlessly merges classic ASICS Tabi texture motifs with track-and-field line work, striking a perfect balance between striking visual depth and responsive cushioning.
Designed to be an effortless summer staple, the ASICS LYASA FF Tabi is quickly positioning itself as a signature sole unit within the broader ASICS Sportstyle umbrella.
The Kiko Kostadinov x ASICS LYASA FF Tabi is officially scheduled to release on April 11, 2026, through Kiko Kostadinov and select global retailers. The collaborative model will be available in two distinct launch colorways in Caramel/Rose Gold and Carbon Pure Silver.
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