The Glorious Return of Palermo and Speedcat

The Palermo sneakers by Puma, recently worn by Kim Nayoung, are classic style shoes designed with inspiration from the early 1980s football stadium culture.

In 2024, following 'Speedcat,' Palermo was re-released, presenting a modern reinterpretation of the sneakers that were popular in the 1980s 'terrace culture.' Terrace culture refers to the standing area in football stadiums known as 'terraces,' and Palermo was incredibly popular among football fans in England and Italy.

Meanwhile, the Puma Speedcat sneakers worn by Go Minyoung have resurfaced as a trending item after 25 years, gaining even more popularity this year. Speedcat has particularly started gaining attention from international celebrities, with celebs like Emily Ratajkowski beginning to wear them.

Speedcat, launched in 1999 in collaboration with Sparco, is distinguished by its side golden Puma logo.In this re-release, various colors such as black-white, black-black, red, blue, and forest are available, offering a wider selection according to individual preferences.

Speedcat sneakers can be matched with a variety of looks from sporty to Y2K and gorpcore, making them a stylish point. Especially, black and red colors are popular, and the resale price is higher than the release price. They were re-released on January 24, 2024, and a pop-up store was successfully held in Seongsu-dong from January 25 to 28.

The Puma Speedcat is an item that blurs the line between sports and streetwear, with both the original model and the lifestyle model (LS) available. The LS model was released in 2021 following the original model. Both models have a slim shape that securely fits the foot, making the legs appear slimmer and longer.

Palermo is also gaining immense popularity among various celebrities including Kim Nayoung, especially being one of the most anticipated sneakers this year.

Gaining attention from fashion enthusiasts, these trendy sneakers are set for this spring, with prices set at approximately 139,000 won for Speedcat and 119,000 won for Palermo.

If you're interested in Puma Speedcat sneakers, considering the rising prices in the resale market, it's wise to check the price fluctuations and purchase accordingly.