Can a fashion brand be inspired by New York City without being based in New York City or even in the US? Of course, that’s possible. And Dutch footwear designer Pim Dresen has done just that.
Pim Dresen bought his first pair of sneakers in New York City when he was 10 years old. And he purchased those sneaks on Mercer Street. Years later when Dresen launched his luxury sneaker brand he combined the names of his hometown, Amsterdam, and where he bought his first pair of sneakers.
Since the launch of Mercer Amsterdam, the luxury sneakers have been worn by Future, Bella & Gigi Hadid, Lewis Hamilton, Chadwick Boseman, Lady Gaga, Common, Quavo Huncho, Roddy Rich, Steve Aoki, Chris Brown, others. And was the first footwear brand to collaborate with Pinatex, the first fully sustainable vegan sneaker made from pineapple leather. Additionally, Mercer Amsterdam has made a name for itself with its many collaborations with NASA.
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Mercer Amsterdam’s latest line boasts pastels, neutrals, and hints of neon! The W3rd Suede Flame Multi is by far one of the most original designs for a shoe that one has ever made. For this sneaker the brand merges pastel purple with neon yellow, separated by black flames sprinkled throughout the side of the shoe. The W3rd Vegan 3M Race shoe is ideal because it can easily go from the basketball court, to a night out with your buds. Last, the Jupiter Ponyhair Zebra sneaker is a must-have for any guy that’s coupled up. The unisex style isn’t only an eye-catching design for him, but cute enough for her, too.
For more information, go to merceramsterdam.com.
—Staff
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