Axel Arigato Genesis Stripe Bird Trainers in White / Red. Styled using recycled PET bottles and ocean plastic collected by the Seaqual Initiative, Axel Arigato presents the first-ever merge of the signature Arigato bee bird and the Iconic Genesis Vintage Runner. Boasting premium leather uppers with suede overlays, this handmade in Portugal design features a chunky rubber sole and a removable cushioned footbed for additional all-terrain support. Founders Max Svardh and Albin Johansson made the brand in the hopes to put a refreshing but unique element into fashion, and this Genesis silhouette is no exception. Paying homage to its classic bee bird and its bright white colouring, this release sports the bee bird embroidery, linked with the back tab through a leather wave. The Swedish sneaker and streetwear powerhouse presents their Genesis Stripe Bird Trainers with a gold logo stamp and arrives with a recycled branded dust bag included. Changing the luxury fashion market for the better, Max Svardh explains, \'We couldn\'t find a brand that we truly could identify with. We wanted to create a brand for the next generation and at that time most of the competitors were still doing everything the same way, so we did most of the things in the opposite way.\' The brand is known for offering retro-inspired styles such as the Genesis silhouette, this style has become a go-to when it comes to contemporary streetwear. Not only does the brand create some of the most up-to-date silhouettes there is, but they are also with the times environmentally. Recycled polyester is used as the base of many Axel Arigato garments, including the Genesis Stripe Bird Trainers, chosen because of its versatility, durability, and not forgetting the low environmental impacts there is compared to standard polyester.