The limited edition DS Trainers celebrate the city of Boston and the city’s annual marathon with a special black and gold color-way. Inspired by the famed bronzed sculptures in Copley Plaza by Nancy Schön, based on the Aesop fable, the marketing for this capsule revolved around consumers choosing a side - Team Tortoise or Team Hare. I worked closely with ninety-three year old Nancy, visiting her home and sculpture studio and involving her in the design process. It was an honor to work alongside such an incredible and tenured artist - she is best known for her Make Way For Ducklings work in The Boston Commons, a beloved story and installment for all Bostonians.
Unfortunately due to Covid-19, the Boston Marathon was postponed and eventually held virtually. Although the opportunity to experience this concept in person at the race expo was never realized, it was incredibly special to design for a marathon that holds such an important place in my heart and my city's history.
