The Asics Gel Kayano 14 brings back a genuine noughties running icon, refreshed for everyday wear. Finished in white with metallic silver panelling and dark brown trim, this low-top trainer pairs a fine perforated mesh upper with structured synthetic overlays that wrap from the eyelets down to the toe box, giving it that unmistakable layered Gel Kayano silhouette.
Underneath the retro styling is genuine running shoe engineering. The two-tone foam midsole houses a segmented gel-cushioning unit, visible through a cut-out at the lateral heel, while the segmented rubber outsole uses a pivot-point design front and back for smoother transitions underfoot. Inside, a padded tongue and brown fabric-lined heel collar add comfort around the ankle, and the lace-up closure with mixed metal eyelets and fabric loops keeps the fit secure.
This is a unisex trainer that works equally well dressed down with jeans or joggers, making it a strong pick for anyone after a comfortable, cushioned everyday shoe with proper running shoe DNA rather than a purely fashion-led lookalike. The white and silver colourway keeps it versatile enough to slot into most existing wardrobes, while the brown gel unit and outsole detailing give it just enough retro edge to stand out from more generic white trainers.