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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":60610526773582,"sku":"doe1788201510488","price":119.07,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"JP23","offer_id":60610526806350,"sku":"ufe1788201510489","price":145.53,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"JP24","offer_id":60610526839118,"sku":"ros1788201510490","price":149.31,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"JP25","offer_id":60610526871886,"sku":"ljg1788201510491","price":134.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"JP26","offer_id":60610526904654,"sku":"sma1788201510492","price":134.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"JP26.5","offer_id":60610526937422,"sku":"mbg1788201510493","price":143.64,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"JP27","offer_id":60610526970190,"sku":"mee1788201510494","price":151.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"JP27.5","offer_id":60610527002958,"sku":"jdt1788201510495","price":136.08,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"JP28","offer_id":60610527035726,"sku":"rmf1788201510496","price":128.52,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"JP29","offer_id":60610527068494,"sku":"mfg1788201510497","price":151.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1038\/0833\/6206\/files\/pras-shellcap-low-iro-sneakers-sand-beigeoff-white_1.jpg?v=1788201517","url":"https:\/\/www.dawnquarry.shop\/products\/pras-shellcap-low-iro-sneakers-sand-beigeoff-white","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}