The ’90s were a special time. Bursting with creativity, culture, and entertainment, the decade helped define a generation and became a blueprint for future generations. The ’90s were also when fashion stopped playing by the rules. It was no longer about doing what was “acceptable” and became the era that encouraged doing what was comfortable for you. Authenticity was the name of the game—this was especially true for professional basketball players.
The athletes of yesteryear set the bar high. Winning was always the number one priority, but player fashion choices off the court and on the way to the arena were also a major focus.
Paying homage to this exciting and transformative time, Christian Louboutin recently dropped its Astroloubi sneaker. Made for men and women, the sneaker takes its cues from the bold street-style–inspired silhouettes made famous by basketball players and skaters. But this isn’t just a dope sneaker. The Astroloubi's thoughtful construction also combines innovation, style, and comfort.
Graphic lines, signature heel spikes, and famed ʻCLʼ logo on the midsole are statement elements that elevate the Astroloubi to new heights. It also boasts a unique assembly and fabrication. With a lightweight, stretch knit tongue linked to a flexible strobel sport construction, and ultralight cupsole, the Astroloubi cradles and cushions the foot unlike any other sneaker. And with five different colorways to choose from, including White/Loubi, Studio Green/Lilac, Multi Foam/Navy, Titan/Supernova, and Kismet/Supernova, there’s an Astroloubi for everyone.
To give the Astroloubi all its ’90s glory, Complex tapped professional point guard Cole Anthony to rock the sneaker his way. In this custom fashion editorial, the 23-year-old wore all the different Astroloubi colorways, pairing them with classic ’90s looks to prove that going forward sometimes means taking a moment to look back.
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Practice never ends. Whether it’s with teammates or solo, Anthony knows that mastering the fundamentals is vital. He also knows that can all be done while wearing the lavender and gold Kismet/Supernova Astroloubis.
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Gorgeous pastels, accented with rich sand dune and a splash of turquoise, make the Kismet/ Supernova Astroloubi perfect for any occasion, but this sneaker is definitely the first choice to wear on that first gorgeous spring day.
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When they say the devil is in the details, they’re talking about drip. Case in point, the yellow spikes on the heel of this Multi Foam/Navy Astroloubi, which contrast brilliantly with its velvet navy suede, with green, yellow, and pink pastel elements. And with so many shades on this colorway, you can rock them with anything however you choose.
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The Multi Foam/Navy Astroloubi is clutch. It can paired with any 'fit, taking it to the next level with its unique combination of colors. Whether you want to highlight the navy, the hunter green, or the yellow, the world is yours when you wear the Multi Foam/Navy Astroloubi Sneaker.
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Would it be a Louboutin moment without the classic red bottom sole? Of course not. Donning the Titan/Supernova Astroloubi, Anthony handles his business with effortless style.
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No matter your profession, attention to detail is necessary for success. The Titan/Supernova Astroloubi gets better every time you look at it. Whether it’s the yellow trim, the blue spikes, or the hint of velvet red, Christian Louboutin understood the assignment and delivered.
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Life is good for Anthony. When you’re a pro PG, everybody knows who you are, so you’ve gotta show up and show out. There’s no better way to do both than rolling up in a sports car with the White/Loubi Astroloubi.
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Sleek, simple, and stylish with just enough detail to stand out among the crowd, the White/ Loubi Astroloubi pays respect to the ’90s while keeping things high fashion.
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