Asics Gel-NYC Smoke Grey Black

The Gel-NYC is the sneaker Asics designed for the streets of New York, and it has that very specific urban character: off-white technical mesh upper with golden taupe accents, and a glossy black lacquered counter that wraps the entire heel and lower sole. The platform is chunky but the profile reads clean. This is one of those models that works with dark jeans, tailored trousers or a black dress, and always makes sense.

For the Monday back to the city, a walk through any neighbourhood, or a weekend trip where you want one sneaker that does everything. Wonderfully comfortable and quietly elegant at the same time.

• Off-white technical mesh upper with taupe accents
• Glossy black lacquered heel counter and lower sole
• Clean-profile chunky platform
• GEL cushioning in the midsole