A finishing touch on Gucci’s Fall/Winter 2019 collection, the Ultrapace sneaker speaks volumes to creative director Alessandro Michelle’s maximalist design approach. Borrowing inspiration from the signature running shoe silhouette, this men’s sneaker is constructed from an eclectic mix of leathers and fabrics. Combining a distressed suede with a tejus printed leather, coupled with mesh trims and reflective details, each contrasting element draws eyes to the Ultrapace’s bold originality.

This 90’s-inspired sneaker stands out for its diverse fabrics and carefully distressed aesthetic, balancing pleasantly on the line between “too much” and “too little”. The  Ultrapace sits on a tricolor rubber sole, connected by a hand-colored midsole and terry cloth lining, while the uppers are composed of a variety of materials including metallic leather, Lavaredo fabric, and suede depending on the colorway. Tying the varying components together, an old-school Gucci logo adorns the sneaker’s tongue and embroidered “GUCCI” lettering completes the outside of the shoe. Found first on Michelle’s Fall 2019 runway, the low-top Ultrapace was followed by a mid/high-top version at the Gucci 2019 Cruise Show featuring an elevated design with a velcro strap. Each iteration of the Ultrapace is completely different to the next, providing  ample styling options and a colorful, walking statement piece.

Spotted on the feet of celebrities including Gucci Mane, Timothee Chalamet, and Jared Leto, the Ultrapace is already turning major heads.  Discover more detailed specifications of Gucci’s website, and take a look at each unique colorway in the slideshow below.