JJJJound Reimagines PUMA Mostro in Suede for Sleek New Collaboration
Notes:JJJJoundandPUMAhave teamed up for a refined take on theMostro, pushing the silhouette further into lifestyle territory with their signature minimalism. Dressed in 'Dark Chocolate' and 'Deep Navy,' the Montreal studio's version swaps out traditional materials for rich suede uppers, leather sockliners and a dot matrix-style Formstrip. JJJJound's subtle branding appears on the heel cup, staying true to their understated design ethos. The reworked Mostro is set to release in Europe on June 14, with a wider global drop expected to follow.
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