Walter Van Beirendonck x Grounds AW20 "Spiky" Sneakers
Product Overview A wild, highly recognizable footwear collaboration between Antwerp Six legend Walter Van Beirendonck and Japanese experimental footwear label Grounds. Unveiled during the Autumn/Winter 2020 "W:A.R." (Walter: About Rights) runway presentation, these "Spiky" sneakers—perfectly marry Walter's playful, cartoonish aggression with Grounds' signature futuristic sole technology.
Key Design Elements
3D Spiked Upper: The defining feature is the array of massive, soft fabric spikes protruding from the neoprene-like upper, creating a radical, defensive silhouette.
"Jewelry" Bubble Sole: Grounded by the signature transparent, oversized bubble outsole that Grounds is famous for, adding significant height and a gravity-defying aesthetic.
Monochromatic Red: Rendered in a striking, all-over bright red colorway that enhances the shoe's loud, sculptural presence.
