As we reported last puma fenty slippers month, Rihanna has reached a deal to become the Creative Director for PUMA.The superstar signed a multi-year deal that would involve her creating a special fitness line for women, as well as giving creative direction for various collections from the brand. PUMA seems to really be focused on the ladies as of late, as they have also signed Solange Knowles to the brand as an art director. Now we see some photos have hit the net of the pop princess showing some skin while rocking what appears to be a pair of PUMA boxer briefs. These teaser images are all we have seen as of now from this partnership, but we can expect more in the upcoming year.Stay tuned to KicksOnFire for all developments.
Following iterations of the Blaze of Glory and R698, another look at Puma s Crackle pack is provided with the Puma Disc Blaze.Consisting of three finishes, two of which we have already featured Violet/Grey and Red Clay the entire lineup is fully puma creepers velvet displayed, with the remainder furnished in Black alongside bright Infrared hits. As with all three models, the upper composition is composed of plush tonal suede, while juxtaposed against a contrasting sole unit. Further detailed with striking tones applied on its inner lining and heel, in addition to its most prominent feature being its signature lacing puma creepers black system, look for these special edition Puma Disc Blaze at select Puma retailers nationwide very soon.
Following its White variation from Puma s Crackle Pack, the R698 in rendered in another palette, this time sporting a two tone monochromatic finish of Black and White. Truly one of Puma s simplistic offerings, the R698 boasts a clean design, with this particular iteration incorporating subtle crackled leather across its entire upper draped in Black. Inspired by crackle painted Tennis court lines, as the source of it aesthetic, this low-top runner proves to be a stylish offering with its smooth and premium profile. Resting atop a crisp White Trinomic sole unit to offset its classically rihanna puma slides cool, yet somber colorway, its outsole is colored in Black to complete the respective palette for a solid finish. You can find this version of the R698 Crackle at Puma retailers now, including Kixify.
The Puma Blaze of Glory Crackle Pack has produced a number of fresh new colorways of the Puma Blaze of Glory, and now we get to move onto this Black and Purple installment to the collection. Acting as the middle ground for the Grey and Teal interpretations, this darker hued rendition is one for the books.The leather, neoprene and mesh build of the sneaker lends itself to a casual color blocked design between Black and Purple. The cushioned Trinomic sole is set in White, which lightens up the darker toned aesthetic. This Black and Purple installment to the Puma Blaze of Glory Crackle Pack will be landing at select Puma retailers soon.
In addition to the recent Black/White variation from Puma s Blaze of Glory Tech Pack, another look at the Olive and White iteration is provided.Designed to better suit the colder season with its winterized leather upper in earthy Olive tones, perforated accents are provided to enhance breathability, while its signature lacing system contrasts the base with White and Black hues. Continuing the monochromatic colorway towards its thick Trinomic sole unit, look for this Blaze of Glory at Puma retailers now, including Kixify.
In addition to the puma suede creepers recent Marble Pack, Puma continues with another special range of silhouettes to close out 2014, this time dubbed as the Crackle Pack. Inspired by clay tennis courts and its visible crackle painted court lines, the range features three of their signature silhouettes; The Blaze of Glory, XT2 Plus and R698 each rendered in three different color palettes, totaling 9 colorways overall. All incorporating premium leather uppers with cracked TCU overlays, in addition to thick White sole units, the solid lineup of footwear is scheduled to drop at Puma retailers, including Kixify, later this week.