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Produced by PRAS (Paradise Rubber Athletic Shoes), these low-top sneakers embody a balance of heritage construction, durability, and understated character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003eThe design is defined by its \u003cstrong data-start=\"678\" data-end=\"711\"\u003erounded, bulbous shellcap toe\u003c\/strong\u003e, a signature detail inspired by mid-century athletic footwear, paired with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"813\"\u003enon-slip rubber sole\u003c\/strong\u003e originally developed for practical performance. Subtle accents such as \u003cstrong data-start=\"885\" data-end=\"911\"\u003ered contrast stitching\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"946\"\u003evintage-style heel panel\u003c\/strong\u003e add visual depth without overwhelming the clean silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003eWhat sets this version apart is the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1044\" data-end=\"1075\"\u003eIRO reactive dyeing process\u003c\/strong\u003e. Rather than dyeing the fabric before assembly, the finished sneaker is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003ekettle-dyed using reactive dyes\u003c\/strong\u003e, resulting in rich, uniform color with exceptional depth. Reactive dyeing bonds directly to the fibers, offering \u003cstrong data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003eoutstanding color fastness\u003c\/strong\u003e, resistance to fading, and minimal color transfer over time. Because the dyeing happens at the product stage, each pair carries \u003cstrong data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003eslight individual character\u003c\/strong\u003e, reflecting the artistry of Japanese product dyeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"2055\"\u003eConstruction relies on the traditional \u003cstrong data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003eKurume vulcanization method\u003c\/strong\u003e, a process that fuses the rubber sole and upper using \u003cstrong data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003eheat, pressure, and sulfur\u003c\/strong\u003e inside a kiln. Each pair is exposed to temperatures exceeding \u003cstrong data-start=\"1760\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003e100°C for nearly an hour\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating an exceptionally strong bond that resists sole separation and maintains shape over years of wear. This technique is highly labor-intensive and largely performed by hand, which is why \u003cstrong data-start=\"1982\" data-end=\"2015\"\u003eonly three factories in Japan\u003c\/strong\u003e—including PRAS—still practice it today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2057\" data-end=\"2333\"\u003eHistorically, this vulcanized construction was favored for \u003cstrong data-start=\"2116\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003enaval footwear\u003c\/strong\u003e, as it provided superior grip on wet, slippery ship decks. Today, it results in sneakers that are \u003cstrong data-start=\"2233\" data-end=\"2280\"\u003eremarkably durable, stable, and comfortable\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a natural flexibility that improves with wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2335\" data-end=\"2563\"\u003eManufactured in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2361\"\u003eKurume\u003c\/strong\u003e, a region with nearly \u003cstrong data-start=\"2384\" data-end=\"2419\"\u003e150 years of shoemaking history\u003c\/strong\u003e, each pair feels less like mass-produced footwear and more like \u003cstrong data-start=\"2484\" data-end=\"2512\"\u003efunctional artisan craft\u003c\/strong\u003e—quietly expressive, purposeful, and built to last.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PRAS","offers":[{"title":"JP22","offer_id":60611232792910,"sku":"npk1788206578876","price":113.4,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"JP23","offer_id":60611232825678,"sku":"vvm1788206578877","price":134.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"JP24","offer_id":60611232858446,"sku":"geu1788206578878","price":141.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"JP25","offer_id":60611232891214,"sku":"dul1788206578879","price":141.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"JP26","offer_id":60611232923982,"sku":"iai1788206578880","price":117.18,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"JP26.5","offer_id":60611232956750,"sku":"tvl1788206578881","price":139.86,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"JP27","offer_id":60611232989518,"sku":"kme1788206578882","price":122.85,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"JP27.5","offer_id":60611233022286,"sku":"yqj1788206578883","price":130.41,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"JP28","offer_id":60611233055054,"sku":"ehh1788206578884","price":143.64,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"JP29","offer_id":60611233087822,"sku":"bem1788206578885","price":128.52,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1038\/0833\/6206\/files\/pras-shellcap-low-iro-sneakers-greyoff-white_1.jpg?v=1788206586","url":"https:\/\/www.dawnquarry.shop\/products\/pras-shellcap-low-iro-sneakers-greyoff-white","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}