PUMA x Juun.J "Speedcat" sneakers: Where to buy, release date, and more explored

PUMA x Juun.J partnership is all set to launch their second collaborative sneakers in a new silhouette of Speedcat. The brand-new sneakers will be officially released on December 14, 2024, in high and low-top versions. Once released, you can purchase it via PUMA's official website, Juun.J’s online store, and selected retail locations.

Below is what PUMA had to mention in an official press release:

"PUMA and Juun.J reunite for a second footwear collaboration, this time approaching the PUMA Speedcat with a stealthy and structural rework."

It continues:

"South Korean designer and fashion pioneer, Juun.J is known for his distinct color palette and unique sensibilities that blend high-end aesthetics with dark and functional DNA. Last year, Juun.J took on the Plexus sneaker, and now the designer moves to his second partnership with PUMA."

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Delving into PUMA x Juun.J "Speedcat"

PUMA is a much-acclaimed brand in the sportswear and lifestyle fashion industry globally. The Speedcat silhouette was first launched in 1999. It was initially designed for Grand Prix drivers. It featured a narrow and low-profile design.

On the other hand, Juun.J is a beloved South Korean designer. He previously created waves in the global footwear industry with his monochromatic designs. The previous PUMA x Juun.J collaboration on the Plexus sneaker was a hit among fans.

This second collaboration brings these two brands together again to reimagine the Speedcat.

Below is how PUMA is describing the upcoming collaborative shoes:

"The clean new PUMA x Juun.J Speedcat comes in high and low-top versions, each with a modernized design and shadowy colorways. The armor-like upper comes with reworked lines that accentuate the upper, bringing acute definition to the toebox, while the PUMA Formstrip features rippling contours adding texture to the shoe."

It continues:

"Debossed logos feature on the toe and upper, while the high-top edition also features Juun.J branding on the strap closure. On the outsole, tire-inspired treat patterns evoke the Speedcat’s legacy in the world of motorsports and F1 racing."

Below is how PUMA is describing the upcoming collaborative shoes: The PUMA x Juun.J "Speedcat" will be released in two variants: a high-top and a low-top. Both iterations maintain the sneaker line's narrow and streamlined design.

The sneaker’s upper is crafted from 99% cow leather with minimal textile elements. The midsole and outsole are made of rubber. The shoes' design features a suede PUMA Formstrip and gold-colored accents.

Juun.J took to Instagram to announce these upcoming sneakers. He captioned:

"Ride to the future with JUUN.J x PUMA. JUUN.J masterfully reinterprets the iconic PUMA Speedcat, releasing sleek, ultra-modern, all-black iterations with mid and low heights. @juun.j_official x @puma Simple Innovation."

Highsnobiety is a select retailer of these upcoming sneakers. The retailer has listed the Puma x JUUN.J Speedcat "MID" shoes on their website for $185. Below is what the retailer had to note:

"The PUMA Speedcat Mid, a sneaker deserving of iconic status, has returned to PUMA's lineup after its initial release in 1999. Originally designed for Grand Prix drivers, this renowned silhouette gets a makeover courtesy of South Korean lable Juun.J."

The PUMA x Juun.J Speedcat sneakers will be available from December 14, 2024, at select PUMA retailers, Juun.J outlets, and other select locations. It is advisable to check availability in advance and act quickly when they drop.