Originally known in its native Japan as Mighty Atom, the classic manga comic book series Astro Boy follows the superhero adventures of the its eponymous main character. The subsequent animated television series featuring Astro Boy was an important progenitor of the artistic genre that would rise to worldwide popularity under the name anime.
Paying homage to this iconic character, the high-end collectables/apparel company BAIT and the venerable Italian athletic shoe company Diadora have teamed up to present the BAIT x Astro Boy x Diadora Collection. Notable details that span this distinctive line consist of Astro Boy’s signature colors and ample examples of the Astro Boy character and his various branding elements.
The centerpieces of this collection are Astro Boy-inspired reimaginings of Diadora’s beloved Intrepid and B.Elite sneakers. The Intrepid model features Astro Boy’s trademark red, black, and green costume colors as well Astro Boy-related artwork and logos on the heel, outsole, and tongue. The B.Elite model features an all white, premium leather design with embroidered Astro Boy characters flying across the side. Both shoes are composed of premium leather and an Astro Boy manga insole. They are packaged with an exclusive keychain and an Astro Boy manga with a “blue print” tissue of his mechanics.
In addition to this unique footwear, the BAIT x Astro Boy x Diadora Collection includes a color-coordinated track jacket and various T-shirts, hats, socks, and accessories.