Tokyo-based sneaker powerhouse atmos, performance-lifestyle label ASICS, and rising global streetwear force VANDYTHEPINK have teamed up for the first time to deliver a head-turning collaboration cantered around the ASICS GEL-NIMBUS 10.1. Set to launch officially on Friday, May 30, 2025, the release blends performance heritage with cheeky design — all wrapped in the creative, playful identity that defines VANDYTHEPINK.
Who is VANDYTHEPINK?
Created by Korean designer Vandy in 2017, VANDYTHEPINK has exploded from a Virginia-based cult favourite into a global name, thanks to its playful mashups of nostalgia, street graphics, and community-cantered pop-ups. Collaborations with Sanrio, Netflix, McDonald’s, and more have cemented VANDY as a creative force in the new wave of global streetwear.
The VANDYTHEPINK x atmos x ASICS GEL-NIMBUS 10.1 inspired by the classic banana split dessert. Think retro diner vibes meets streetwear imagination. The result is a tech-forward sneaker bursting with pastel tones and quirky visual cues — a refreshingly light-hearted take on a performance runner.
Originally previewed at atmoscon, Japan’s biggest sneaker convention, the VANDYTHEPINK x atmos x ASICS GEL-NIMBUS 10.1 ‘Banana Split’ debuted in limited quantities and sold out almost instantly. Now, the full release is ready for global attention.
Based on the ASICS GEL-NIMBUS 10.1, the silhouette retains its athletic DNA with bold open mesh and asymmetrical panelling, giving it a futuristic, high-performance edge. VANDYTHEPINK brings the flair — introducing soft banana yellow and strawberry pink hues to the colourway, alongside unexpected graphic details.
Highlights include:
– An asymmetrical upper with layered mesh and mixed materials
– VANDYTHEPINK’s signature floral tag on the lateral side
– A collaborative logo hit on the insole, surrounded by a whimsical banana split graphic
It’s a clever collision of comfort, style, and pop culture, tailored for the fashion-forward sneakerhead. The drop also includes a small but strong range of apparel and accessories, designed to pair with the sneaker or stand alone as statement pieces.
Capsule Highlights:
– Banana Split Eye Logo Tee – featuring a clean front and full banana split graphic on the back
– Japanese Logo L/S Tee – with “Virginia” printed down the sleeves, a nod to VANDYTHEPINK’s roots
– Cherry Trucker Mesh Cap – a bold throwback to early 2000s Americana
– Milkshakes Tote Bag – a fun, cream-coloured carryall for daily essentials
The collection fuses VANDY’s playful aesthetic with atmos’ streetwear sensibility — all backed by ASICS’ performance heritage.
The VANDYTHEPINK x atmos x ASICS GEL-NIMBUS 10.1 ‘Banana Split’ retails for ¥25,300 and will be available in sizes 24.0cm to 29.5cm, with an extended 30.5cm option.
Complementing the sneakers, the capsule collection includes the Banana Split Eye Logo Tee (¥11,000), available in Brown and White, and the Japanese Logo Long Sleeve Tee (¥13,200) in Black — both offered in unisex sizes from S to XXL.
Accessories include the Cherry Trucker Mesh Cap (¥9,900) in Pink and Blue, and the Milkshakes Tote Bag (¥8,800) in Cream, both in free sizes. All items drop on May 30, 2025, and will be available at atmos stores and the atmos online shop.
The VANDYTHEPINK x atmos x ASICS GEL-NIMBUS 10.1 ‘Banana Split’ collaboration officially drops on Friday, May 30, 2025. The yellow colourway will be available exclusively through atmos stores, atmos pink, atmos online, and VANDYTHEPINK. The pink colourway will see a wider release at atmos, atmos pink, ASICS retail locations, the ASICS online store, and VANDYTHEPINK.
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