andrew kostman’s ultra-lightweight, pixelated sneakers capture the nostalgia of the 90s

‘pixel riders’ sneakers pay homage to digital age of the 90s 

A quirky footwear statement, Pixel Riders pay homage to the bold and imaginative era when ‘pixels fueled our wildest dreams’. Presented by shoe designer and self-proclaimed ‘90s enthusiast Andrew Kostman, the sneakers are a culmination of his long-held desire to encapsulate the essence of that distinctive period with a sneaker design. Available in three curated colorways — including Vulcan, Bubble Gum, and Milky Way –- the sneakers evoke memories of the past, of an age when digital magic was starting to take shape. Their pixelated forms are crafted from an ultra-lightweight technology that not only achieves their distinct aesthetics, but ensures comfort and durability.

andrew kostman optimizes the ultra-lightweight technology

In today’s age of advancing digitization, there has been a renewed fascination with pixel nostalgia. ‘While brands like Loewe and Vuitton have embraced this trend in clothing, no one has yet succeeded in creating a truly unique sneaker that captures the essence of this movement,’ notes designer Andrew Kostman. Pixel Riders fill that void by redefining lightness through their craftsmanship in Italy, utilizing XL EXTRALIGHT® technology. Three times lighter than classic EVA Foam, these high-performance sneakers offer optimal comfort, durability, and motion.  

project info:

name: Pixel Riders
designer: Andrew Kostman

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