A technical sneaker reimagined as an artistic canvas. The collaboration between Saucony and 3sixteen merges running precision with fabric sensibility, tradition, and the beauty of wear over time.
Saucony and 3sixteen join forces on the special edition Peregrine 15 “Gesso”, a shoe that pays tribute to functionality, minimalist aesthetics, and the creative process. Founded in New York, 3sixteen has spent two decades crafting garments with an artisanal approach, using fabrics developed by Kuroki Mills (Japan) through traditional methods that honor the origins of American denim. This dialogue between cultures and generations defines their design philosophy: long-lasting garments that age gracefully and evolve with the wearer.
3sixteen Meets Running
This collaboration stems from one of the brand’s more recent passions: running. It all started as an inside joke — the Jorts Mile™, a race where participants were required to run in denim shorts — and soon became a movement in itself. That playful, boundary-pushing spirit now lives on in a technical sneaker like the Peregrine 15, originally designed for trail running and named after the peregrine falcon — the fastest bird on Earth.
Saucony x 3sixteen Peregrine 15 “Gesso”
The “Gesso” edition retains all the technical features of the original model but introduces visual and material elements true to 3sixteen’s world. Neutral, calming tones are inspired by gesso — the base material artists apply to canvas before painting. The intention: for the sneaker to act as a blank foundation, ready to tell its story through wear. Rough suede accents on the heel and tongue add texture and depth, while the rest of the construction remains true to the technical design to preserve performance.
Built for running but ready to be transformed, worn in, and personalized over time, the Saucony x 3sixteen Peregrine 15 “Gesso” is an invitation to make movement your own evolving artwork.
