Story The latest Engineered Garments x Tarvas collab takes inspiration from the forests, lakes, and mountains of Scandinavia As Engineered Garments’ second link-up with Finnish footwear brand Tarvas, Daiki Suzuki’s Forest Bather merges technical hiking elements with traditional Japanese embroidery. The aptly named silhouette references the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, which involves absorbing the forest atmosphere with mindfulness and intention. Thanks to thoughtful tonal touches and lugged outsoles, the Forest Bather’s practical design faithfully encourages wandering deep into the unknown. Features Newest Engineered Garments and Tarvas collaboration shoe Inspired by Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing Upper features a visually exciting mix of faux fur on the vamp Soft and supple suede accents along the heel improve the shoe’s overall comfort and flexibility Durable and water-resistant mudguards keep fur upper dry and clean Integrated reflective lacing system along the upper features traditional Japanese embroidery techniques Wide and durable lugged outsoles provide excellent traction and stability Made in Portugal Materials Upper: Faux fur mix Heel and Mudguard: Suede Outsoles: Lugged rubber Sizing The Forest Bather has a natural fit that’s true to size, take your normal size About Tarvas If you already knew Helsinki was the world’s coldest capital, then you’re probably aware that the average temperature hovers right around freezing, and they’ve got about 51 days without a peep of sun. Based in the heart of this brisk city, Tarvas was born with the goal of crafting dependable footwear that could stand up to these unforgiving Nordic climates, all while looking sleek as can be.
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