{"id":189,"date":"2026-06-25T11:38:17","date_gmt":"2026-06-25T11:38:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stokveltalk.co.za\/?p=189"},"modified":"2026-06-25T11:38:17","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T11:38:17","slug":"asics-sportstyle-and-griff-introduce-the-gel-cumulus-16-a-celebration-of-uplifting-movement-and-emotional-sound","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stokveltalk.co.za\/?p=189","title":{"rendered":"ASICS Sportstyle and Griff Introduce the GEL-CUMULUS 16: A Celebration of Uplifting Movement and Emotional Sound"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ASICS Sportstyle unveils the GEL-CUMULUS 16 by Griff sneaker, a new project with singer-songwriter Griff. The collaboration brings together the worlds of music and movement, merging ASICS\u2019 performance heritage with Griff\u2019s distinctive creative perspective. At the core of the collaboration is a shared belief in the emotional power of movement. Rooted in ASICS\u2019 founding philosophy, Anima Sana in Corpore Sano or, a sound mind in a sound body, the project explores how movement extends beyond sports into creativity, self-expression, and wellbeing. Griff\u2019s work, known for its emotional depth and connection, naturally aligns with this vision, creating a partnership grounded in shared values. The GEL-CUMULUS 16 silhouette has been reimagined through Griff\u2019s lens, resulting in a design that feels both personal and expressive. Presented in a black colourway, the shoe features a distinctive ribbon lacing system, inspired by ballet aesthetics and the language of movement.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drawing on themes of strength, grace, and discipline, the design reflects the parallels between performance in music and sport. Griff\u2019s own styling sensibility also plays a key role in the design. Referencing her habit of pairing socks with loafers, the shoe incorporates a layered, styled approach that blends softness with structure. The result is a silhouette that feels both grounded in everyday wearability and elevated through thoughtful detail.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>\u201cI wanted the shoe to feel like an extension of my everyday style,\u201d says Griff<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>I wanted to make it playful and elegant but also comfortable and something I can style from studio days to performing on stage to simply living my life.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Built on the trusted GEL-CUMULUS 16 foundation, the shoe retains ASICS\u2019 signature comfort and cushioning technology, delivering reliable performance and all-day wearability. The collaboration also reflects a deeper emotional narrative. Developed over an 18-month period beginning in December 2024, the project has been a true creative partnership, blending technical expertise with Griff\u2019s artistic vision. The result is a product that feels bold, playful, and intimate, celebrating community, feminine energy, and the connections formed through moving through the city in day-to-day life.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ASICS GEL-CUMULUS 16 by Griff Is now available in the colorway, Black\/Black exclusively at Shelflife for R2 999.90. 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