The Wabi-Sabi philosophy and the design of the AFEW x ASICS GEL-LYTE™ III 'Beauty of Imperfection' emphasize simplicity and authenticity. The “Wear Away Upper” makes each pair unique, with patterns that change over time. Everything changes its structure, color, and feel over time. Wabi-Sabi celebrates an aesthetic based on natural materials, simple shapes, and patina from use. It is a perspective that recognizes imperfections not as flaws, but as part of beauty and authenticity.