Karhu // Engineered Garments - Mestari Slip On

KARHU and Engineered Garments reunite for their third collaboration. Drawing from KARHU’s rich archive, Engineered Garments founder, Daiki Suzuki, seamlessly merges the iconic Mestari 76 running shoe with KARHU’s cross-country skiing shoe, the Sprint, in an eye-catching and asymmetric design. This collection features a more muted, earth-toned aesthetic that honours both brands’ storied history of craftsmanship.

Designed by Daiki Suzuki, The shoe features a unique, slip-on design with a secure cover and hook and loop closure system, which is inspired by another 80s KARHU cross-country skiing model.

Both colourways utilize hairy suede, suede and nylon in the upper for a premium finish. Additionally, both shoes have a leather lining, a leather-topped foam footbed with arch support, and collaborative branding on the tongue and footbed.