Grounds Sneakers
Grounds is Japanese and builds sneakers from the outsole up. Since its 3D-printed beginnings in 2018, bubble shapes like Moopie and Jewelry have shown how far you can push a sole. Check Solezilla to find out which version and size are the smartest to pick up.
About Grounds
Grounds comes from Japan and is the sneaker project of designer Mikio Sakabe. In 2018, he launched a collection so inventive that only 3D printing made it possible; a year later, the line was given the name grounds. From there, everything turns radically upside down: Grounds designs its shoes from the outsole up. Each season, new sole silhouettes are first sculpted by hand in clay, after which the upper is built around them. The result is that instantly recognisable, inflated look: sculptural platforms with bubbling forms, seen in models such as the Moopie and the Jewelry, originally inspired by enlarged Nike Vapormax-like shapes. No retro gloss, but pushing form and a sense of mass forward—that is the direction. On Solezilla, you can compare Moopie, Jewelry and seasonal variations by retailer and size, so you can quickly see where your pair is ready.
Frequently asked questions about Grounds
Where does Grounds come from and who is behind it?
Grounds is a Japanese sneaker brand founded by designer Mikio Sakabe. In 2018, he launched a collection of 3D-printed sneakers, which was named grounds in 2019.
What defines Grounds footwear?
The shoes are designed from the outsole up: each season brings new sole silhouettes, first shaped by hand in clay. Well-known models include the bubble-like Moopie and the Jewelry.
What inspiration can be seen in the soles?
The early designs were based on inflated, Nike Vapormax-like shapes. Since then, Grounds has developed its own seasonal variations on that idea.
How does Grounds sizing run, and where can I shop smart?
They generally fit true to size; check the retailer’s size chart. Compare prices, sizes and models from different shops on Solezilla to find the pair that is available for immediate delivery.
What is the most popular Grounds sneaker?
Right now the Grounds Jewelry X Bernhard Willhelm Knit Sneaker “Black/Orange/Brown” (612) is the most sought-after Grounds, with a Hypescore of 18 GSv.