The Asics Gel-Kayano 14 “Simply Taupe” is a versatile, monochromatic taupe-colored version of the retro running shoe. In addition to being part of collaborations with popular brands like JJJJound, the Gel-Kayano 14 has also been one of the foremost sneakers in the Y2K trend in sneaker culture. As for the shoe at hand, the upper features a Simply Taupe open mesh construction with tonal leather overlays throughout the design. Taupe Asics branding is seen on each side of the shoe.