If there’s a sneaker that can easily personify the year of the tiger then it would be the Onitsuka Tiger Lay Up 72 sneaker. For one, it already goes by the name Tiger making this year all its own.

The Onitsuka Tiger Lay Up 72 sneaker was originally released 40 days ago, and is known for being the first sneaker to combine nylon and vulcanized production. The sneaker is set to make a comeback this year and you will be treated with several colorways including blue, orange and red.

We particularly like the Onitsuka Tiger Lay Up 72 sneaker which comes in an orange upper. It is easy to think of the sneaker as just another Chuck Taylor if not for the Tiger branding on the sides, near the heel panel. The Tiger branding is also found on the tongue tag and the ankle.

Whatever colorway you opt for, you will get white shoe laces and white sole, with a rubber toe cap. You will also notice the bulky toe box, which gives the sneaker some sort of character. Get one of the Onitsuka Tiger Lay Up 72 sneakers at selected retailers in Europe.