The plot surrounding Ye‘s boot supremacy just thickened (literally), and you can thank Balenciaga for the next big step in his booted agenda.

While attending Balenciaga’s Spring 2023 show supporting his BFF Demna, Kanye West opted for a full layered Balenciaga ‘fit (mind you, it was an 80-degree day in NYC today) including what might be his chunkiest boots to date.

“Cartoon feet,” “Not Ye looking like those 00’s Mattel Rescue Heroes action figures in ’em boots,” and “them boots can’t be real” are just a few of many universal reactions to Ye’s new ensemble.

The Frankenstein boots were also seen stomping down the runway during Balenciaga’s latest runway presentation, along with an adidas collaboration and other chunky takes by Triple S kicks.

The Balenciaga Spring ’23 boots boast a boxy rubber structure joined by a swollen toe box and laces resting on top of a hefty lug sole.

In all honesty, the shoes look very animated and almost unbelievable, making the footwear another prime example of Demna’s unconventional un-fashionable aesthetic at play (or he’s just trolling us at this point).

Indeed, we can’t be so shocked that these Balenciaga boots are actually a thing, considering the brand carries a fair share of wild pieces like its completely-gutted Paris sneaker.

The Hulk-esque Spring ’23 boots aren’t Balenciaga’s first time in big boot-dom. The brand has enjoyed previous thick-bodied footwear with its Excavator and Crocs boots (also a Ye fave).

It’s no secret that beefy stompers have become an integral part of Ye’s uniform. Though Balenciaga’s Crocs kickstarted Ye’s bulky boot spree, Mr. West has been recently riding the Red Wing boot wave — which saw a huge resurgence, thanks to him and Pharrell Williams.

It looks like Balenciaga’s Spring ’23 boots have lured Kanye West back to the graces of the brand’s footwear, giving him a hulky offering that he could not refuse.

Brand: Balenciaga x adidas

Model: Triple S in white and blue

Release Date: Available now via pre-order until May 29

Price: $1,100

Buy: Balenciaga’s webstore

Editor’s Notes: Earlier this year, we couldn’t tell if Balenciaga’s adidas Triple S was the real deal or another impressive fake-out. Fast forward to now, we can confirm that the collaborative kicks are indeed authentic (and available to cop as we speak).

Unlike its Gucci monogrammed Triple S sneakers, Balenciaga’s adidas Triple S opts for a more chill vibe with a noise-free white, black, and grey color scheme. The luxury fashion house’s bulky-soled model then gets dressed in the adidas iconic 3-Stripes on the upper and a co-branded logo on the tongue and ankle tab.

While some are over the chunky sneaker legacy spearheaded by Balenciaga’s Triple S kicks, Pharrell Williams is still riding the wave as he sported the hefty collaborative sneakers during the brand’s Spring 2023 runway show on May 22.

Of course, the same design concept follows the blue iteration of the Balenciaga x adidas Triple S, which made its grand debut alongside Balenciaga’s latest adidas apparel collection.

Balenciaga brought out the popular kids for its adidas collaboration, revisiting its beloved sock sneaker, which fast fashion brands couldn’t resist recreating.

The sock-style Speed Sneaker also joins the Balenciaga x adidas footwear offering (possibly next on Cardi B‘s wishlist, judging by her “I Like It” verse).

Well, there’s your confirmation, folks. Balenciaga x adidas Triple S are here and legit. But, the sneakers will only be around for the next few days for pre-order with Balenciaga.

Though, I suspect a wider release is on the horizon through adidas’ CONFIRMED, as the brand recommends signing up for updates on the app.

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Celebrating its 25th Anniversary, Kasina has linked up with Nike once again to deliver the story of an age-old Korean custom through 2022’s darling – the Air Max 1. Inspired by the Won-Ang Ducks, a set of carved wooden ducks gifted to newlywed couples, Kasina has transformed the Air Max 1 in two ways by applying traditional colors and materials that represent good fortune, titling the project “Made To Be Together”.

Both colorways have been revealed piecemeal on Instagram through friends and family who received early pairs, but Kasina has taken to Instagram to make the official announcement after leaking tidbits of a lookbook that place the shoes in the duck’s wild habitat. The harmony between the concept and the design is clear as Kasina once again boasts its impeccable taste while applying their custom logo on the tongue label.

A Kasina-exclusive release is currently scheduled for June 4th, while a SNKRS release will go down on June 8th. Stay tuned for full release details.