Planned to be Saucony’s marquee silhouette for the new century, the Grid Azura 2000 found itself shelved by the brand, only to see the light of day a mere two decades later. That came about earlier this year at Bodega, and now the two have linked up on an official collaboration for the heavily-layered silhouette, with the retailers recently revealing the Bodega x Saucony Grid Azura 2000 “Ever Ready” for release early next month.
Bodega brings their signature flair to the multi-faceted sneaker, pairing muted hues, cooling greys and dark blacks with an array of vibrant, colorful pops. Here, they utilize every inch of the silhouette’s multiple layers and panels, each offering up its own unique fabrication and hue, from black ballistic mesh mid panels, to grey leather overlays and an abundance of colorful suedes. Subtle inclusions like an almost fully-covered nappy suede vamp and iridescent midfoot branding and flecked midsoles add so much extra sauce without being too extra, while minor touches like leather tongue liners, Bodega-branded heel ribbon, and three lace options show the retailer’s penchant for quality and attention to detail.
Energetic and elegant with an outdoor aesthetic all at once, the Bodega x Saucony Grid Azura 2000 “Ever Ready” is yet another masterpiece from the brains trust at Bodega. You can find these arriving on April 8th, 2020, only available in-store and online at Bodega.
Bodega x Saucony Grid Azura 2000 “Ever Ready”
Release Date: April 8th, 2020