Sneakers are booming these days, and for those who “don’t want to look like anyone else,” we would like to introduce NIKEiD and other sneaker customization services. There are many brands that support the Internet, and you can have a lot of fun just designing and playing with them!
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NIKEiD
Even if you have never actually used the service, you probably know of its existence. In addition to the popular “Air Harachi” and “Air Max 90,” we also offer the recently popular “Flyknit,” and a total of 103 models of men’s sneakers that can be customized as desired! The Harajuku, Osaka, Kichijoji, and Fukuoka stores have NIKEiD STUDIOs where you can actually check the texture and feel of sample shoes and materials while placing your order, but you can also get a very realistic image online. The delivery time is about 6 weeks.
As a test, I tried a custom zebra pattern. It’s a flashy pattern, but I tried to keep the colors monotone and chic so that it goes with any outfit!
mi adidas
adidas’ “mi adidas” customization service allows customers to customize a wide variety of models, including Originals, as represented by the Stan Smiths, athletic shoes, and the popular adilette shower sandals. In addition, adidas directly-managed stores offer a service in which staff members measure your foot size with a special measuring device and suggest shoes that will fit your left and right feet exactly. The delivery time is within 4 weeks.
One thing adidas does better than others is to offer a service that allows you to print your favorite photo on the upper. This service is currently available on the ZX Flux. You can get a truly one-of-a-kind sne aker by printing a memorable photo and giving it as a gift.
Your Reebok
The service started in the U.S. in 2010 and arrived in Japan in 2012. Online-only customization service. Customers can choose from over 10,000 combinations of materials and colors for uppers, linings, outsoles, and other parts. The famous Insta Pump Fury is also a customizable model. Delivery time is approximately 4 weeks. As for the editorial department, we think the ZPUMP FUSION black base custom is cool.
I have a feeling that it would make a black tailored jacket-based monotone coordinate significantly more stylish.
White atelier BY CONVERSE
Converse will start a custom order service on the basement floor of the store that will open in Harajuku on July 17, 2015. It is currently unclear to what extent the Harajuku store will be able to accommodate this service, but it is said to offer a high degree of freedom overseas, with a choice of colors and patterns, and even a choice of font for text imprinting. Click here for details.
VANS CUSTOM
Custom service is available only in the U.S. Seven models are available for custom orders, including the Authentic, Slip-On, and Sk8-Hi. You can choose not only colors but also camouflage patterns, geometric patterns, botanical/flower patterns, and many other patterns, so you can order designs that have a strong impact.
We can only hope that the Vans ERA will land in Japan, but we have found a blog of a person who has successfully obtained a custom-ordered Vans ERA while in Japan, which can be found at http://blogs.yahoo.co.jp/clownism69/33015749.html. I’ve heard that he used a personal import agency service. If you choose to use this service, you need to choose a reliable company and also make sure you understand the customs duties. Please visit http://fukudon.com/private-import-cost/が参考になると思います for information on customs duties and import methods.
NB1CUSTOMIZE (New Balance)
Two models, the 998 and 574, are customizable, at $199.95 and $159.95 respectively. Unfortunately, we do not offer this service in Japan at this time. You will still have to ask a local acquaintance or use a personal import service to purchase.
PUMA FACTORY (on hiatus)
In Japan, PUMA Store Osaka offered this service until November 2013, but unfortunately it is currently suspended. (What about PUMA? ) I introduced it here because I thought some of you might be wondering what Puma is doing about it.
