Salehe Bembury continues his collaboration with PUMA on the Velum 2 NITRO. In this Cool Light Gray / PUMA Silver release, the designer emphasizes a construction composed of multiple layers and textures, all supported by PUMA's advanced NITROFOAM cushioning technology.
Design and Construction Details
The Velum 2 NITRO draws upon the organic visual language associated with Salehe Bembury’s work. Its multi-layered upper is a showcase of intricate design elements, combining wavy superpositions, translucent mesh, and 5D printed details that enhance the silhouette's relief.
For this specific version, PUMA pairs Cool Light Gray and PUMA Silver. This choice establishes a largely monochromatic palette, allowing volumes and different textures to take the lead rather than relying on strong color contrasts for the pair's identity.
Beneath the foot, the gradient midsole integrates NITROFOAM technology—a nitrogen-infused foam developed by PUMA that combines lightness, responsiveness, and cushioning. The overall construction includes specific details like an embossed pattern appearing on the tongue and heel co-branding details that recall the collaboration with Salehe Bembury, all completed with a durable rubber outsole.
With this Velum 2 NITRO, Salehe Bembury allows color to take a backseat in favor of highlighting what truly characterizes his work: shapes, layers, and textures.
