By The Fashion Editorial Team
In a special collaboration with Japanese powerhouse Onitsuka Tiger, Versace presents an interpretation of the classic tai‑chi trainer, TAI‑CHI Sakura. Specially produced in the Sanin factory in Tottori, Japan, the collaboration brings together Japanese precision with Versace’s iconic design ethos. Photographed by Frank Lebon, the campaign captures expressions of movement and form with a cast starring Lexee Smith, Alvise Candida, Jordan Santamaria, Nele Jackson, Abuk Yor, and Isaac Powell.
Founded by Kihachiro Onitsuka in 1949, Onitsuka Tiger is a heritage Japanese footwear label defined by precision, movement, and innovation born from sport. Its iconic retro silhouettes translate decades of athletic innovation into fashion‑forward designs rooted in craft and confidence.Drawing on Versace’s ethos of freedom and fearless self‑expression, the collaboration unites sport and style in a dialogue of precision luxury.
Available from April 2, the limited trainer celebrates balance and harmony in design and form, becoming a versatile silhouette for those looking to slow down while always on the move.
A study in balance and form, expressed through the TAI‑CHI Sakura’s evolving color palette. (Images courtesy of Versace)