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2011 Consortium – ADIDAS

In October 2011, adidas Originals announced the return of its Consortium line with a restrained collection built around a clean, mostly white palette. The project was presented as a fresh start for the premium line and became known as the “White Vapour” or “Tabula Rasa” collection.

The five silhouettes in the collection were the Baltic Cup, Decade, Match Play, Pro Shell and ZX 500. Rather than relying on loud colors or prominent branding, the designs put the focus on materials and construction, including premium suede, nubuck and leather details, with subtle branding and waxed laces.

The collection was scheduled to reach select retailers on November 26, 2011. Seen today, the release is an interesting snapshot of adidas Originals’ early-2010s approach to archival silhouettes and understated, boutique-focused sneaker releases.

The photographs below are retained from the original 2011 post. This is an archival feature, not a current release or buying guide.

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Original 2011 photographs

Adidas Originals Consortium 2011 White Vapour sneaker collection
Adidas Consortium 2011 sneaker release
Adidas Originals Consortium footwear from 2011
Adidas Consortium Fall Winter 2011 sneaker design
Adidas Consortium Holiday 2011 sneaker range

Zoom Structure+ 15 – Nike

The UNDERCOVER x Nike Zoom Structure+ 15 was part of the GYAKUSOU running collaboration led by Japanese designer Jun Takahashi. The partnership brought together Nike Running’s performance-focused footwear and apparel with the restrained, detail-driven design associated with Takahashi’s UNDERCOVER label.

The version previewed in October 2011 stood out for its understated grey construction, with deep red accents at the laces and rear midsole. Contemporary coverage also noted technical details including a Flywire support structure, a Phylon midsole and reflective Scotchlite elements. Rather than using the bright colors often associated with running shoes, this release kept a quieter palette while retaining functional details for visibility and support.

GYAKUSOU takes its name from the idea of running in the opposite direction. The project grew from Takahashi’s own interest in distance running and his group of Tokyo-based runners, the GYAKUSOU International Running Association. The collaboration was designed around actual running needs, while bringing a distinctive fashion perspective to performance gear.

The Zoom Structure+ 15 release was reported as part of the October 2011 GYAKUSOU capsule, with Sneaker News listing an October 15 launch alongside the collection. This post preserves the original October 2011 The NA Times photograph and revisits the shoe as part of the history of Nike’s designer-led running collaborations.

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Original The NA Times photograph

UNDERCOVER x Nike GYAKUSOU Zoom Structure+ 15 running shoe from 2011

Diamond Supply Co. 2011

Diamond Supply Co. expanded its footwear range in 2011 with two silhouettes for Fall: the Marquise and the Lo-Cut. The October 2011 preview featured here captured an early moment for the Los Angeles streetwear label as it moved beyond apparel and accessories into a more visible sneaker offering.

The Marquise used a mid-top profile with a padded build. The Lo-Cut took a lower approach, with a suede upper sitting below the ankle. Earlier previews listed several color options for the Fall 2011 release, including red, black and teal, and white and grey for the Marquise, and grey, blue and black for the Lo-Cut.

The designs reflected the overlap between skateboarding footwear and streetwear at the time. Diamond Supply Co. was already familiar to sneaker fans through its collaborations and its association with the Nike SB Dunk Low “Tiffany.” The 2011 footwear range showed the brand developing its own models rather than relying only on collaborative releases.

This is an archival look back at the Fall 2011 collection. The photographs below are preserved from the original The NA Times post; availability and prices mentioned in older previews should not be treated as current.

More coverage of the 2011 collection

Original 2011 photographs

Diamond Supply Co. Marquise and Lo-Cut Fall 2011 sneaker collection
Diamond Supply Co. Fall 2011 sneaker design
Another view of the Diamond Supply Co. 2011 Marquise and Lo-Cut sneakers

The Kris Van Assche Jodhpur Sneakers

Came across these today! Love Em! These kicks are crafted of supple black leather on the upper, a wraparound Velcro strap closure and White rubber outsoles with textured foxing. Located on the strap is embossed logo for branding. A light price tag of $470 USD.

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