The long standing collaboration between Japanese designer Yohji Yamamoto and sportswear giants adidas has seen many years of roaring success. Since its conception in 2002, Y-3 has firmly cemented itself as a successful brand in its own right thanks to its fusion between fashionable aesthetics and functional sportswear design. From staple footwear designs like the Boxing and the Sprint to clothing that further reinforces the partnership of two contrasting worlds, Y-3 continues to impress with its unique interpretations.

Although Y-3 has always been a successful partnership, it recently introduced itself to the “sneakerhead” thanks to the design of the Y-3 Qasa High. A truly unique shoe that has since been the inspiration behind the adidas Originals Tubular Runner, the Qasa High’s distinct styling and superior comfort allowed the Y-3 brand to open itself to a whole new range of customers. Perhaps the most coveted colourway of the Qasa High is the Triple Black and it has been re-introduced for Autumn / Winter 2015.

Using an elasticated nylon material as a base, the Qasa stands out from the crowd thanks to the use of a plethora of straps that overlay the base to create a fitted shoe that wraps around the foot like a glove. Supporting this distinctive upper is an emphasised sole that bulges out of the shoe and is adorned with subtle Yohji Yamamoto detailing to the toe. Further branding can be found at the heel on a rubber panel and also at the lace lock with are shaped in a way to pay homage to adidas’ famous three stripe branding. Accents of leather can also be found on the Qasa High to inject a sense of luxuruy and give a true “high end” feel; even on this sport-inspired silhouette.

A unique piece of footwear design, the all black nature of this seasons Qasa High design defines the integration of each part of the shoe to create one whole substance. The Qasa High prides itself on its unique nature and the colouring shows that each piece works hand in hand seamlessly to create a shoe that has found itself as a must have for sneaker afficionados.

Priced at £260, the Y-3 Qasa High is available here in limited sizes.