Great addition to my boost / ultraboost collection.I have some Horween Suede boots, best suede on the planet me thinks. Its entirely different to the leatherthese are trimmed in. This is more supple if you will, making me think its pigskin... very nice.As far as the designer, I know nothing but think these are a home run. Aside from a retro vibe they makea statement without overstating... really somewhat hard to describe. Ridding the 3 stripes for a stretch band,choice of fabric, color make these me thinks... monotone, yet not.I use for casual wear only. If looking for squish (yet rebound)... these beat out all of the Boost / Ultraboost modelsI have at that. Felt I got a bargain at current prices, priced well below any boost model.