PUMA Unisex's Ralph Sampson Lo Trainers

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Puma’s iconic ‘swoosh’ pattern sits prominently on the side of each shoe, coloured in understated light grey (also used on the small amount of piping around the edge of the tongue), pleasing to the eye in stark comparison to the typical releases from the brand with their heavy use of bold colours. The only exception is on the heel and the tongue, where a dark navy adds a striking contrasting effect. The PUMA Ralph Sampson trainer continued the basketball legacy of the German sportswear brand throughout the 1980s. Vintage is very much on trend at the moment, especially in the fashion world, with shoes leading the retro revival. The 90s oversized Dad trainers are incredibly desirable at the moment, but the 80s are full of classic treasures, like the Ralph Sampson sneakers. These shoes were originally designed 30 years ago, yet there is something very modern about the overall look of these low-tops (also available as a high-top alternative), those sleek lines and edges could easily have been created for today’s market. Truthfully, I had never seen these sneakers before (or if I did, they didn’t strike me as anything special) nor had I much knowledge about Ralph Sampson. Suddenly I was made very aware of them after this new release was promoted via a variety of sneakerhead retailers, once spotted it came became a difficult task to forget about them! I was in the market for a new pair of white trainers, ones which were suitable for the upcoming summer while boasting a modest retail price; it seemed the Puma Ralph Sampson Low OG Trainers could be the shoes I needed for the warmer weather. The Ralph Sampson Lo was designed by Puma in honour of the US basketball player who gave the game its name. The men's trainer comes in a classic retro style: its design is characterised by a flat, elongated silhouette. Its toe is typically round and a perforation on the top offers your foot easy ventilation. The lacing leads through sewn-on leather lasts. There are also reinforcing overlays above the heel and on the sides. The gold-coloured lettering of Ralph Sampson above the curved puma stripe gives the sneaker a discreet exclusive look. Quality Materials

These basketball sneakers are reasonably priced, despite their high profile credentials (which usually garners an increase in the RRP). Even so, they are still retailing higher than many of their contemporaries on the market (but a vast difference compared to a pair of plain coloured premium sneakers), but if you are a savvy shopper, you may be able to get a better deal if you shop around. Conclusion This re-release coincides with Puma’s re-entry into the basketball sport, hoping to carve a piece of the pie which has already been monopolised for far too long by the typical big industry names.