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Designer / Brand: Long Zhang Design Type: Track Shoes Category: Footwear Date: Wednesday, 11 November 2026

160X 5 Pro

160X 5 Pro is a racing shoe designed for marathon runners. The shoe combines comfort, light weight, breathability and durability. The midsole frame is produced with 3D printing, and the midsole foam is made with supercritical foaming technology for strong cohesion and a resilience rate of 85 percent. A full length carbon fibre plate stabilizes the forefoot and the midfoot and helps release kinetic energy. The upper is made of a lightweight and tough mesh material. The design aims to help runners save physical strength during long distance races.

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Designer / Brand: CGX (Shanghai) Sporting Goods Co., Ltd. Design Type: Outdoor Sneakers Category: Footwear Date: Tuesday, 10 November 2026

X1000

X1000 is a lightweight outdoor sneaker designed for daily commuting and outdoor activities. The upper uses CORDURA yarn, which is light, breathable and durable, while the inner lining resists moisture penetration. The insole is made of anti-odour material, and the rubber outsole gives good grip and abrasion resistance. A hollow arch stores and releases energy during movement to reduce fatigue. TPU parts at the heel and arch add stable support, and EVA midsole sections of different densities provide cushioning. The alloy grey colour scheme keeps the look simple.

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Designer / Brand: Que Shebley Design Type: Shoes Category: Footwear Date: Monday, 9 November 2026

Arabic Matrix

The Arabic Matrix Patina Wholecut Shoes redefine elegance through the seamless fusion of tradition and modernity. Precision crafted from premium Italian crust leather, these shoes showcase intricate Arabic calligraphy and futuristic engravings that celebrate cultural artistry. Enhanced by a hand applied patina using natural dyes, the design radiates depth and individuality. Constructed on the sleek Savile last with a soft chisel toe, they feature a closed channel leather sole and a metal toe tap, ensuring refined aesthetics and lasting durability.

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Designer / Brand: Long Zhang Design Type: Shoes Category: Footwear Date: Sunday, 8 November 2026

160X 6 Pro

The 160X 6.0 Pro is a running shoe developed for marathon races. The shoe weighs 171 grams, which reduces the load carried by runners over long distances. A lightweight carbon plate combines polyimide fibers with eight layers of carbon fiber. A split toe design and a raised arch contour add forefoot flexibility and propulsion, while an inwardly curved sidewall improves stability upon landing. The midsole is made with Xtep Ace technology and foam injection molding, and the outsole uses CPU material. The jacquard upper is breathable and wraps the foot.

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Designer / Brand: Wilson Hsu Design Type: Footwear Category: Footwear Date: Saturday, 7 November 2026

GreenPlax Tess

GreenPlax Tess designs as a reminder for the bottle upcycling process. Every 20 plastic bottles recycle material can make one pair of GreenPlax Tess in every major component. The outsole is particularly made from straight scraps of bottles while imitating its shapes. The color palette and silhouette design also replicate some beverage brands to create a direct visual impact, as a reminder for people of the sustainable issues from plastic bottles throw-away behaviors. It is also water-repellent, dirt-proof, and moisture-wicking. Sustainability is their forwarding mission bear in mind.

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Designer / Brand: Yinghua Lu Design Type: Creek Shoe Category: Footwear Date: Friday, 6 November 2026

Hypex

Hypex redefines outdoor footwear by seamlessly merging functionality with contemporary style. Its innovative design incorporates safety belt-inspired elements, ensuring secure foot lockdown for maximum stability on challenging terrains. Crafted with speed-dry materials, Hypex offers a comfortable fit, superior grip, and a sleek aesthetic. This shoe stands as the pinnacle of performance and style in outdoor footwear, catering to enthusiasts seeking both functionality and fashion.

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