Palm Angels reinterprets Tod’s Tabs sneakers, creating a unique model that combines the stylistic codes and DNA of the two brands. The sporty yet elegant model, the result of Tod’s impeccable know-how applied to the highest quality leathers, has been given a modern twist by Francesco Ragazzi, Founder and Creative Director of Palm Angels. The lines of the sneakers are tapered, the construction of the tongue is reminiscent of the 1970s, the toe cap has been revised, with the Palm Angels logo in gold lurex emblazoned on the front and back, while Tod’s DNA is evident on the upper, with the T on the lace pass and the classic logo on the back in relief. Two elements make this collaboration iconic: the elongated black or gold leather palm tree on the sides of the upper, recalling the free-spirited West Coast spirit of Palm Angels, and the unmistakable Tod’s gommini, functional elements turned into decoration, placed on the back, are a modern bas-relief evoking the artisanal heritage, uniqueness and Italian lifestyle embodied by Tod’s. The Palm Angels x Tod’s men’s and women’s sneaker will be available Nov. 9 at Palm Angels boutiques, palmangels.com, tods.com and selected multi-brand stores internationally. By Flavio Marcelli