A kick-ass sneaker collection is one’s most prized possession, even more so than a respectable art collection in this day and age. While acquiring the trendiest silhouettes has become a hobby in itself, every sneaker lover should have a few classics up their alley.

Enter: Japanese brand ASICS, renowned for decades for some of the most iconic shoes around — be it the GEL-PTG or GEL-LYTE. Here, we’ve rounded up five pairs you need to add to your sneaker rotation, worn by some of Singapore’s coolest influencers.

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Singaporean actor Ayden Sng reps his GEL-PTG in White/Classic Red.

The unisex lifestyle sneaker is ideal for basketball fans looking to freshen up their look. They boast a variety of similar features including traditional pivot points on the outsole and a stylish derby cut upper design. Each pair also comes equipped with an extra- grip outsole and a perforated vamp for extra ventilation and unbeatable all-day comfort.

All styles are available on the newly launched e-com site ASICS.COM, which offers online exclusive products and seamless check-out for fuss-free shopping. To celebrate the launch of its e-commerce site, ASICS will be giving shoppers a chance to win ASICS e-vouchers from their vending machine which will be popping up around the island across eight weeks.

Originally released in 1987, the GEL-LYTE is one of ASICSTIGER's most iconic shoe silhouettes. The brand reimagines the classic silhouette with the HyperGEL-LYTE, boasting evolved updates and fresh design that gives uncompromising comfort and bounce while retaining its original look. The HyperGEL-LYTE is basic pair you need for casual looks, as seen on Singaporean actress Chantalle-Ng.

Professional basketball player and actor Chase Tan rocks a pair of GEL-BND.

The soon-to-be-launched GEL-BND is a modern and fresh remake of the classic GEL-BONDI triathlon shoe that was first launched in 1998. The pair is incredibly lightweight and breathable, keeping your feet fresh and comfortable — adding a stylish flair to your look. This design will be launched exclusively online on ASICS.COM from 30 April, and will only be available in limited quantities.

The newly launched HyperGEL-YU, featuring a unique underfoot GEL explosion, is designed for everyday wear. The HyperGEL-YU comes with ASICS' signature GEL and foam technology and a full length HYPERGEL midsole for all day comfort and cushioning.

The METARIDE shoe is one of ASICS' most important innovations in seven decades, designed with one purpose in mind: to make running longer distances easier, as discovered by Singapore-based Chinese actor Zong Zijie. The key to creating this was the discovery of a new revolutionary GUIDESOLE technology; a precision-shaped curved sole that works by shifting the body weight forward and propelling runners on to give the feeling of effortless motion.

ASICSTIGER HyperGEL-LYTE

ASICSTIGER HyperGEL-YU

S$139