The Bite Magazine - Autumn/Winter 2019 - Issue 26

bite shoes dyeing, the seal of the crocodile, and finally the assembly. In the knitting stage, the machine is composed of no less than 2,500 needles while in the dyeing stage, the fabric is centred, rolled out and coloured at a specific speed. The crocodile’s seal required 1,200 stitches and once assem- bled, the polo shirt weighs 230g and is subject to 25 quality checks. There are two types of fabrics used, petit piqué and diamond weave taffeta. Petit piqué was created by René Lacoste and is made up of fibres knitted together at two dif- ferent levels of tension while diamond weave taffeta made in the 1990s is a hard-wearing fabric that gives Lacoste’s tracksuits and caps a solid criss-crossed weave that is light- weight, dries very quickly and doesn’t crease. Looking to the brand’s tennis heritage, Lacoste pays hom- age with the Courtline sneaker which catches the eye with its sleek design and timeless elegance. Consisting of a clas- sic L.12.12 sole and an upper, it combines white leather and pale grey suede insets making it the ideal model to wear. Its sober aesthetic style recalls the iconic sneakers seen on the tennis courts in the 1980s, decorated only by a broad stripe of colour and a discretely embossed crocodile on the side. Reminiscent of the lines of a tennis court, the design is contrast with the white upper of the perforated Courtline sneaker, echoing the handle of a racket. It reflects a perfect blend of style and comfort which is a pure expression of Lacoste’s DNA combined with the latest trends. If you are a purist seeking minimalist fashion with a sporty look to meet even more dynamic everyday needs, than the Court- line for men and women is the one for you. With a fabric proportion of 48% synthetic, 31% leather and 21% suede, the women’s Courtline synthetic sneakers in white and light blue, natural and white, or white and red combine a Derby-influenced silhouette with a cup- sole construction that is finished with colour-pop quarter detailing and plush suede panels. It has synthetic uppers and lining, rubber outsole, metallic and tonal embossed crocodile branding and perforated detailing inspired by the tennis court. For the men, the Courtline Leather and Suede Sneakers have a fabric proportion of 41% leather, 32% synthetic and 27% suede in a choice of white and black, black and green, or white and red. It also has a Derby-influenced silhouette with cupsole construction and is finished with colour-pop quarter detailing and suede panels. The sneaker is complet- ed with leather and suede uppers, rubber outsole, synthetic linings, tonal embossed crocodile branding and perforated detailing inspired by the tennis court. The brand also celebrates its heritage with the Court Slam sneaker which combines tennis codes with the current dic- tates of streetwear fashion and has a retro look and chunky sole. Inspired by the Tennis 91, one of the iconic models designed by Lacoste, Court Slam asserts a unique person- ality. The style was originally born on tennis courts in the 1990s and has been revived today as a lifestyle sneaker with a daring and contemporary aesthetic design. The women’s Court Slam Leather Sneakers is available in a one-colour version - black, white, or navy - or in white highlighted with coloured details - blue, green, or red - on the sole, heel, and reinforced lace holes. This style is also inspired by the grip of a tennis racket. With herit- age detailing in 90% leather and 10% silk nubuck, it has leather uppers with suede inserts, rubber outsole, synthetic linings, tonal embossed crocodile branding on the heel and high-definition contoured outsole with colour-pop tread. With 70% silk nubuck and 30% leather, the Court Slam Nubuck Leather Sneakers in natural/natural and grey/ grey has the same features like the leather sneakers apart from the nubuck uppers, textile and leather linings, and high-definition contoured outsole in colour-matched shades. While the Court Slam Tonal Leather Sneakers in white gum has the same fabric proportion and features as the leather sneakers, apart from the high-definition contoured outsole with gum tread. The men’s versions are the same as well. So, to pay homage to the tennis sport of the ‘80s and ‘90s with a modern style, get game, set, and match with La- coste’s Courtline and Court Slam sneakers. www.lacoste.com/gb