Project Alpha x Penn
Mixmatch

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• Game-Set-Mixmatch: The Penn x DIZYGOTIC collaboration pays tribute to the rebellious spirit of the 90s with mismatched stonewash denim and canvas, challenging the norms of traditional tennis style. This release embodies a disruptive lifestyle, blending athletic activity with a bold, non-conformist attitude.

• Rock & Roll Fusion: Amplifying the bold and nostalgic vibes, the Penn x DIZYGOTIC collaboration features an infusion of rock and roll, brought to life through a short film created with Portland's The Macks band, featuring their new album The Macks Are A Knife.

• Exclusive Tennis Balls: As part of this collaboration, Penn and DIZYGOTIC co-created three special tennis balls that mix and match tennis felt, stonewash denim, and canvas. Additionally, every pair includes regular optic yellow co-branded tennis balls as shoe inserts, further enhancing the collection's unique spirit.

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The DIZYGOTIC x Penn Project Alpha features premium stonewash denim and canvas upper, accented with felt and the iconic Penn 1 & 2 tennis logo on the heels. This pair stands out with its mismatched color and material design, along with asymmetrical detailing on the lateral and medial sides. The insoles boast memory foam lining, along with an EVA midsole that provides comfort. Strobel boards feature mismatched DIZYGOTIC logo prints, and the Vibram mega-grip outsoles, in mismatched colors, offer enhanced stability and durability. Each pair is meticulously handcrafted in Nectar Lab, rather than produced on an assembly line.

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Accessories:

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• A pair of mismatched rope laces with logo aglets.

• A pair of mismatched 3M reflective flat laces with logo aglets.

• A pair of white 3M reflective flat laces with logo aglets.

• A zircon stone brooch, designed to perfectly match the colorway.

• Two co-branded optic yellow Penn 1 & 2 tennis balls.

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*Exclusive DIZYGOTIC Penn Mixmiatch tennis balls are sold separately.​

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Michael Hernandez led the DIZYGOTIC x Penn Project Alpha collaboration as his debut project with DIZYGOTIC. Michael has a deep history and passion for tennis. This collaboration reflects his appreciation for the evolution of tennis culture over the past few decades, particularly in the realms of athleisure and tenniscore, while paying tribute to the late '80s and early '90s anti-country club and rebellious style.

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Prior to joining DIZYGOTIC, Michael held several senior positions at other footwear companies. He has designed and led many iconic projects in the footwear industry, including several signature skate shoe models for legendary skateboarder Paul Rodriguez.

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