# Muted Collaborative Shoes Yohji Yamamoto & adidas Crafted the Takusan Sneaker Collection By Amy Duong | Published 2018-03-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yohji-yamamoto References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/3/yohji-yamamoto-adidas-takusan-low-high-sneakers) & [hlorenzo](https://www.hlorenzo.com/collections/yohji-yamamoto/products/hw-e17-862-1) Japanese fashion designer Yohji Yamamoto worked alongside with sportswear giant [adidas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-and-y3) to create a three-piece Takusan sneaker collection. The capsule is comprised of three sneakers of both [low- and high-top styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taekwondo-shoes) boasting muted hues. The offerings are perfect for the transition into the spring weather, as all three are created with a breathable cotton upper, wax laces and hand-cut rubber outsoles. Additionally, the shoes are also trimmed with cowhide for a more luxurious element. The low-top version comes in either a black or white colorway and the high-top iteration has a full black colorway with white accents of the designer's signature found of the heel. The captivating three-piece Takusan collection by [adidas and Yohji Yamamoto](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/y3-ss26) will be available at select retail locations and online at retailers for a starting price of $615. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Muted Fashion:** There is a disruptive innovation opportunity in creating clothing and accessories in understated color palettes for a more sophisticated look. - **Collaborative Design:** There is a disruptive innovation opportunity for designers and brands to collaborate and draw from each other's expertise to create unique and innovative products. - **Breathable Comfort:** There is a disruptive innovation opportunity in designing clothing and footwear that prioritizes comfort and breathability without sacrificing style. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** There is a disruptive innovation opportunity for fashion brands to collaborate with other designers to create unique collections that offer a fresh take on style and functionality. - **Sportswear:** There is a disruptive innovation opportunity in creating sportswear that prioritizes comfort and breathability without sacrificing performance and style. - **Luxury Retail:** There is a disruptive innovation opportunity in catering to customers who prioritize understated luxury in their clothing and accessories by offering high-quality products in muted color palettes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chunky Collaborative Fashionable Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-and-y3.md) - [Organic Sleek Avant-Garde Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contranatural.md) - [Off-White Chunky Joint Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prime-x-20.md) - [Sleek Hybrid Boot Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yohji-yamamoto-2.md) - [Muted Sportswear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/song-for-the-mute-adidas.md) - [Minimal Joint Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collaborative-samba.md) - [Neutral Collaborative Sneaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mesa-and-gum.md) - [Neutral Stealthy Trail Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marathon-tr.md) - [Reconstructive Streetwear Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ys-for-men-x-masses.md)