Utah suede taupe sky blue

MRP Star Utah sneakers, the winter version of the Pure model: the same vintage running silhouette, but with the upper built in warmer, more structured materials — suede, velvet, technical fabric and leather, combined in different proportions depending on the colorway — instead of the lighter fabrics designed for mid-season wear.

The construction echoes 1970s running shoes: suede overlay panels on the toe and heel, a contrasting band running diagonally across the side, and the brand logo embroidered on the tongue and printed on the heel. The sole combines rubber and EVA: EVA forms the midsole and absorbs impact while staying lightweight, while rubber is reserved for the outsole, designed with star-shaped lugs for grip on asphalt and smooth surfaces.

Inside, a removable memory foam insole molds to the shape of the foot and can be taken out for drying or replacement — an unusual detail on a sneaker in this range, where the insole is almost always fixed. Each box includes two or three pairs of laces that differ in color, material or length depending on the model: an animal-print or contrasting lace brings out the sporty character of the shoe, while a tonal one makes it easier to pair with a more understated outfit.

This same spirit runs through the whole Utah line — a mix of sport and glamour set among bold colors, velvets and metallic or animal-print details — the same hybrid aesthetic of 1990s American TV shows, Melrose Place above all, where the tracksuit and the cocktail dress share the same closet. Wear them with straight jeans and a sweatshirt, or with tailored trousers — this is the kind of sneaker that works just as well for a day at the office as for a night out, simply by swapping the laces to suit the occasion.

• Upper in suede, velvet, technical fabric and leather (materials and proportions vary by colorway)
• Removable memory foam insole
• Rubber and EVA sole with star-shaped lugs
• 2-3 pairs of laces included, varying by color/length depending on the model
• Unisex model