The ProGrid Omni 9 “Tara Hawk” is the result of a collaboration between Saucony and AFEW, a sneaker store in Düsseldorf. The design concept for the shoe is inspired by the tarantula hawk—the large wasp that preys on tarantulas, recognizable by its dark body and orange wings. Hence the dark upper with an iridescent effect that shifts in color depending on the light, and the orange accents that echo the insect's wings.
The concept is built on the contrast between different surfaces: the ponyhide collar and tongue add a touch of luxury, the transparent TPU window on the heel creates a play of light, and the orange insert under the outsole anchors the brightest color of the entire shoe. The base is the ProGrid Omni 9 from Saucony's Grid series, a classic running shoe reimagined with a contemporary twist.
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