Speed Sock Logo-Print Stretch-Knit Slip-On Black high top sneakers Store:Mr Porter Sneaker in knit with textured

Sneaker in knit with textured calfskin detail

logo in contrasting jacquard on tongue

The Nile River has been a central feature of life in northeast Africa for thousands of years

the 'SK8-Hi' sneakers were among the first to feature the label's signature side stripe - a design created by co-founder Mr Paul Van Doren originally dubbed the 'Jazz Stripe'

Keeping true to the detailing and shape of the original model

Speed Sock Logo-Print Stretch-Knit Slip-On Black high top sneakers Store:Mr Porter Sneaker in knit with texturedThe latest rework of Balenciaga's signature 'Speed Sock' sneakers, this pair has been made in Italy from flexible black stretch knit for a seamless, sock like fit. The articulated chunky rubber soles are printed with the brand's moniker in a bold graffiti style font.