HOKA
HOKA is a running shoe brand founded in Annecy, France, in 2009 by Nicolas Mermoud and Jean-Luc Diard. Centered on a “maximalist” design characterized by thick midsoles, its range focuses mainly on shoes for trails and roads. Its signature...
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Sporty & sportswear · Outdoor & functional · Decoration & playfulness
Streetwear · Trends & youth culture · Sporty & sportswear
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| Field | ||
|---|---|---|
| Country | France | Taiwan |
| Founded | 2009 | 2020 |
| Category | Footwear | Clothing |
| Other categories | Clothing Accessories | Bags Footwear |
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HOKA is a running shoe brand founded in Annecy, France, in 2009 by Nicolas Mermoud and Jean-Luc Diard. Centered on a “maximalist” design characterized by thick midsoles, its range focuses mainly on shoes for trails and roads. Its signature...
NAMESAKE is a fashion brand founded in Taiwan in 2020. Launched by three brothers (Richard Hsieh, Michael Hsieh, and Steve Hsieh) and their father under the banner “In the Name of the Father,” the brand centers on streetwear, guided by the...
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The brands share streetwear influences and concept-driven design.
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The brands share designer-led expression and concept-driven design.
The brands share streetwear influences and designer-led expression.
The brands share streetwear influences and designer-led expression.
The brands share streetwear influences and concept-driven design.
The brands share designer-led expression and concept-driven design.
The brands share streetwear influences and concept-driven design.
The brands share streetwear influences and distinctive designs.
The brands share streetwear influences and designer-led expression.