AUTUMN/WINTER COLLECTION 2013
KURO Our autumn/winter is inspired by the Japanese word for the colour black – Kuro. Reintroducing everyone’s favourite anti-color, bringing it back from the depths of inconspicuousness and ubiquity by using it as an accent colour.
GRAM IS ALL ABOUT SOPHISTICATED SNEAKERS Gram is all about making sophisticated sneakers. We create shoes that fill the gap between sneakers and traditional shoes. Our roots lie in the Scandinavian design aesthetic; design with clean lines and attention to details. Each model being unique in its own simplicity. The brand is centered around the concept of weight, with each shoe being named after its weight in grams. The brand started in 2005 and is based in Stockholm, Sweden.
A BRAND NEW COLLECTION
AUTUMN/WINTER 2013 BY GRAM SHOES
“The collection Kuro is all about sophistication; simple shapes, clean lines, attention to detail. And a sort of elegant sports vibe reverberating through the whole collection. The spectrum of materials is kept to a minimum allowing the shapes and combinations of colour to speak clearly.” Alexis Holm, Chief Designer at Gram
INSPIRATION: KURO A/W13 from Gram represents a sense of playful seriousness. An elegant sports vibe bathing in solemn tones of grey, darkest navy, burgundy and brown. And contrasting it all is a tone so solemn, so dark and serious it makes every other colour stand out like rays of sunshine - Black. For A/W13 Gram takes inspiration from the Japanese word for the colour black – Kuro – and uses it to reintroduce everyone’s favorite anti-colour, the most overlooked yet looked upon shade known to man. Bringing it back from the depths of inconspicuousness and ubiquity by simply using it as an accent colour. The collection Kuro is all about sophistication; simple shapes, clean lines, attention to detail. And a sort of elegant sports vibe reverberating through the whole collection. The spectrum of materials is kept to a minimum allowing the shapes and combinations of colour to speak clearly. Top stitching is being tucked away with new models constructed entirely around the more complex stitch&turn technique. Full grain custom drum dyed leather intertwined with Korean made ballistic nylon, graphic prints, thick felted wool and 12oz dyed cotton canvas. On the inside changes have taken place as well, with the staple lining offwhite canvas giving way to a more technical 3M Scotchguard treated microknit that offers unparalleled
comfort and moisture wicking capabilities. Hints of reflective synthetic highlight the collection The quality and workmanship are taken to a new higher level with the introduction of the 380g True Stitch. In essence a Reverse Goodyear Welt construction that results in a softer fit and a pair of shoes that will remain your faithful companion season in and season out. This season Gram also partners with distinguished Swedish designer Carin Wester to deliver a contemporary take on the classic 380g. In typical Carin Wester fashion the shoe combines interesting irregular angles with elegant detailing. All in a sober colour scheme with tell tale hints of colour. A midsole is added for increased outsole height and a moulded toe cap detail on the front intertwine timeless style with new ideas.
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MEN’S COLLECTION OVERVIEW
WOMEN’S COLLECTION OVERVIEW
MEN’S A/W13
“An elegant sports vibe in black with tell tale hints of grey, darkest navy, orange, burgundy & brown�
AUTUMN/WINTER COLLECTION 2013
383g
BY GRAM SHOES
The godfather of all Gram styles, and also the first shoe ever to be conceived by Gram Head Designer Alexis Holm. Classic sneaker styling with a twist, as elements of dress shoe mix with new materials and alternative cuts. Side stitched natural rubber cup sole ensures a snug fit and excellent grip on all surfaces. This season the 383g comes in everything from the classic black full grain leather to a hand printed navy chain cotton twill and a Korean made high density nylon. A wearable shoe for everybody.
383g
Black full grain leather
Black ballistic nylon
Grey ballistic nylon
Navy ballistic nylon
White cotton canvas
Black cotton canvas
Navy chain cotton twill
Olive coated canvas
AUTUMN/WINTER COLLECTION 2013
430g
BY GRAM SHOES
A new lo-top joins the ranks for AW13. The sleek 430g is a lighter alternative to the new model 470g. A clear mix of brogue derby and classic sneaker makes for an all-round easy piece of footwear, fit for most situations. True flat last for that low CG look and hand-punch detailing on the toe set it apart from other street creepers. Black and orange high density Korean made ballistic nylon canvas, hand printed Digi Camo 12oz cotton canvas and shiny metal eyelets create a balance between edgy and relaxed.
430g
Grey digi camo canvas
Brown leather hand-punch
Black leather black nylon
Grey leather orange nylon
Grey digi camo canvas
Grey leather orange nylon
AUTUMN/WINTER COLLECTION 2013
470g
BY GRAM SHOES
Replacing a well known and decorated staple – The 420g. Please welcome the brand new 470g. With updated aesthetics and a lower silhouette, the new 470g reaffirms Gram’s grip on the contemporary sneaker market, whilst retaining everything that made the 420g so great. A natural evolution you might say.
470g
Black full grain leather
Burgundy leather navy nylon
Grey leather black nylon
Grey leather black nylon
Black ballistic nylon
We believe in the power of artisan heavy craftsmanship and traditional manufacturing techniques. Because when it comes to creating soulful footwear with quirky and striking details it’s simply the only way to roll.
Felted wool for warmth
Moulded toe-cap detail
Hand printed fabrics
Hand-punched hole patterns
AW13
THE COLLAB CARIN WESTER Gram partnered with distinguished Swedish designer Carin Wester to deliver a contemporary take on our classic 380g. The result speaks for itself. In typical Carin Wester fashion the shoe combines interesting irregular angles with elegant detailing. All in a sober colour scheme that fits both men and women. Utilizing Gram’s full grain drum dyed leather for comfort and durability, Carin adds an 8mm EVA midsole for increased outsole height. Black, grey and brown full grain
drum dyed leathers with nappa leather lining throughout the mini collection. The shoe also features a unique moulded toe cap detail on the front and flat imitation leather laces in matching colour, intertwining timeless style and new ideas. Available in grey & brown with black sole for men’s and grey, brown and black with white sole for women’s.
Thank you Carin for your beautiful design!
AUTUMN/WINTER COLLECTION 2013
380g
BY GRAM SHOES
Since the 380g was conceived it has time and time again proven itself to be the ultimate casual dress shoe for metropolitan rebels. Embodying the essence of classic men’s footwear with its simple derby cut and pairing it with a sneaker like, light weight, dura-lite outsole and rubber heel for unrivalled comfort. Using only carefully selected premium materials and genuine handcraft during the production process, every 380g is hand lasted by skilled artisans and matched pair by pair, for the ultimate dressed up comfort experience. The drum dyed full grain aniline leather ensures a beautiful ageing process of the shoe. The leather is left untreated after dyeing, which leaves the natural surface of the leather bare and allows it to breathe more easily, creating a wearable shoe that will get more beautiful with time.
380g
Olive digi camo canvas
Navy ballistic nylon
Navy cotton canvas
Black cotton canvas
Brown hand-punch true stitch
Black chain cotton twill
Black hand-punch true stitch
Carin Wester grey leather
Grey ballistic nylon
Carin Wester grey leather
AUTUMN/WINTER COLLECTION 2013
390g
BY GRAM SHOES
A natural progression of a hi-top from the familiar 380g in the Light Weight-line. The 390g offers a comfortable jodphur lace up hybrid with great detail, such as the Norwegian toe stitch. Resting on the same newly developed dura-lite outsole as the 380g with the same durable natural rubber heel. The 390g is a shoe boot that mixes classic with modern. High quality drum dyed full grain cow leather with Korean made high density nylon. Black, shiny metal eyelets with hand-punched patterns. This is a shoe to wear a lot, that features anatomical insole, tempered steel shank and a full leather lining.
390g
Grey leather grey wool
Black leather grey wool
Burgundy leather black nylon
Black leather black nylon
AUTUMN/WINTER COLLECTION 2013
510g
BY GRAM SHOES
Sure to be a game changer when it hits the market. Gram’s brand new 510g heavy runner combines classy with the sign of the times, creating a concoction of subtle saddle shoe and hand-assembled Rubbalon running outsole. All framed by a heavy synthetic welt. For the ultimate in understated expressiveness, look no further.
510g
Grey leather navy nylon
Brown leather black nylon
Grey leather navy nylon
Brown leather black nylon
AUTUMN/WINTER COLLECTION 2013
570g
BY GRAM SHOES
The 510g’s big brother steps in as the true heavy weight for AW13. A serious hi-top model with more cuts and lines than can be counted on all 10 fingers. With clear hat-tipping towards 90’s basketball shoes the 570g strikes a balance between runner, boot and fashion statement all in one. Full grain leather both inside and out, with striking details in light reflective material.
570g
Black leather black nylon
Grey leather black nylon
Black leather black nylon
Grey leather black nylon
AUTUMN/WINTER COLLECTION 2013
352g
BY GRAM SHOES
Gram’s vulcanized shoe - 352g - is a fresh take on the oldest of sneaker constructions, based around the idea of taking one of footwear’s most generic products and well known shapes and re-engineering it to fit the modern Gram customer. The 352g is an action packed new take on a classic, with high quality materials, a fully dampened insole, logo outsole with proprietary pattern and full attention to detail. This season the 352g will be avaliable in several hand-printed materials and of course the classic offerings in black and white cotton canvas.
352g
Olive digi camo canvas
Navy chain cotton twill
Black cotton canvas
White cotton canvas
Black chain cotton twill
Grey digi camo canvas
WO MEN’S A/W13
AUTUMN/WINTER COLLECTION 2013
359g
BY GRAM SHOES
To follow up SS13’s first successful venture into platform territory, the new 359g takes the lead with confident masculine aesthetics. Easily carving out it’s own niche using hi-density roughed up EVA for outsole encircled by a heavy duty leather welt and topped off with full grain cow leather and felted wool. Offering both a superior comfort last and an all leather lining as well as a stable way to quickly rise another 5 inches off the ground.
359g
Black leather grey wool
Black leather grey wool
Brown leather orange combo
Brown leather orange combo
Grey leather grey wool
Grey leather grey wool
AUTUMN/WINTER COLLECTION 2013
469g
BY GRAM SHOES
A soft masculinity shines through in the 469g boot style. An homage to such various styles as Derbys, golf shoe tongue flaps and the chunky comfortable rubber outsoles of the 90’s. Done up in supple full grain leather and then fully leather lined, there’s no better companion for your wardrobe as the clouds gather in the Autumn of 2013. The natural rubber outsole will keep your feet insulated from the cold whilst giving you plenty of grip on frost covered pavements.
469g
Black/grey leather
Black/grey leather
Brown leather grey wool
Brown leather grey wool
AUTUMN/WINTER COLLECTION 2013
471g
BY GRAM SHOES
The sister of the 469g, the 471g, leans towards an early 19th century aesthetic but mixed up with a twinkle of saddle shoe along the side and is clad in ballistic nylon for the ultimate 21st century feminine durability and attitude. Take them everywhere because they’re built to last. Lasted for super high comfort with the same natural rubber outsole as the 469g gives great cushioning and insulation from the elements. The all leather lining ensures superior moisture wicking properties.
471g
Black leather black nylon
Black leather black nylon
Grey leather black nylon
Grey leather black nylon
AUTUMN/WINTER COLLECTION 2013
380g
BY GRAM SHOES
Since the 380g was conceived it has time and time again proven itself to be the ultimate casual dress shoe for metropolitan rebels. Embodying the essence of classic men’s footwear with its simple derby cut and pairing it with a sneaker like, light weight, dura-lite outsole and rubber heel for unrivalled comfort. Using only carefully selected premium materials and genuine handcraft during the production process, every 380g is hand lasted by skilled artisans and matched pair by pair, for the ultimate dressed up comfort experience. The drum dyed full grain aniline leather ensures a beautiful ageing process of the shoe. The leather is left untreated after dyeing, which leaves the natural surface of the leather bare and allows it to breathe more easily, creating a wearable shoe that will get more beautiful with time. The women’s version of the 380g features a narrower last with a longer toe, making it fit a slimmer foot.
380g
Navy chain cotton twill
Burgundy hand-punch true stitch
Black hand-punch true stitch
Black/gold leather
Grey/silver leather
Black chain cotton twill
Carin Wester grey leather
Carin Wester grey leather
Carin Wester brown leather
Carin Wester brown leather
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292g - THE GRAM TOTE For many men the briefcase and the canvas tote are the only two options for carrying stuff around. We agree. At least on the canvas tote. For AW13 Gram presents two styles of tote bags in this season’s selected fabrics. One in high quality printed cotton twill with chain pattern and one in a high density Korean made navy nylon canvas. Brass snap-buttons at the top and a leather patch finish off the full gusset construction. The tote is carried either in the longer webbing strap or the shorter handles. Size: 34cmx8cmx46cm
292g Carrying your MacBook PRO and heavy personality
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