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Red Tape RSL1286 Colourblocked Sneakers Shoes For Men

FA score8.1Great
Design7
Material8
Comfort8.5
Value for money9

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Our verdict

What we liked

  • Striking Aesthetic Features a bold Black and Silver color combination that stands out.
  • Luxury Silhouette Balenciaga-inspired design with an extended outer sole for a high-end look.
  • Reliable Cushioning Equipped with a high-quality memory foam insole for underfoot comfort.
  • Enhanced Stability Includes a TPU piece in the midsole to provide structural support.
  • Safety Feature Features a reflective material pull tab at the back for visibility in the dark.

Could be better

  • Visual Discrepancy The silver detailing on the black body can look slightly "off" in person compared to product photos.
  • Styling Difficulty The chunky design is hard to pair with anything other than relaxed or baggy outfits.
  • Increased Weight Noticeably heavier than typical lightweight trainers due to its layered construction.
  • Design Clash The internal insole color does not match the external metallic aesthetic.
  • High Maintenance The silver accents and mesh material are prone to trapping dust and require frequent cleaning.

Specifications

TYPE icon
TYPE
Sneakers
OCCASION icon
OCCASION
Casual + Party
INSOLE icon
INSOLE
Memory Foam
MIDSOLE icon
MIDSOLE
EVA +TPU
BOTTOM SOLE icon
BOTTOM SOLE
TPR
UPPER MATERIAL icon
UPPER MATERIAL
Mesh + TPU
ANKLE HEIGHT icon
ANKLE HEIGHT
Low top
TONGUE icon
TONGUE
PU + Padded
COLOUR icon
COLOUR
Black
GENDER icon
GENDER
Men

About Red Tape

All Red Tape

Red Tape began as the footwear brand of the Mirza family and was launched in 1996. Its branded business was demerged from Mirza International into Redtape Limited, which listed separately on the stock exchanges in August 2023. Known for leather shoes, it now also sells sneakers, shirts and wallets through more than 600 retail stores in India.

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We’ve bought, used and rated 1,121 footwear products so far, 364 of them in Shoes. Products in Shoes average an FA score of 8.1 out of 10. Every score comes from our own testing, never from the brand.

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Questions about this product

Is the Red Tape RSL1286 Colourblocked Sneakers Shoes For Men worth buying?

We rate it 8.1/10 (great) after buying and testing it ourselves. What we liked most: Features a bold Black and Silver color combination that stands out. Could be better: The silver detailing on the black body can look slightly "off" in person compared to product photos.

What is it made of?

Insole: Memory Foam; Midsole: EVA +TPU; Bottom sole: TPR; Upper material: Mesh + TPU. See Specifications above for the full details.

Is it comfortable?

We score its comfort 8.5/10 (great), after using it ourselves.

Is it good value for money?

Its value-for-money score is 9/10 (excellent): we weigh what you get against similar products we’ve tested.

Is Red Tape an Indian brand?

Yes. Red Tape is an Indian brand, founded in 1996.

Is Red Tape a good brand?

We have bought and tested 234 Red Tape products, and their average FA score is 8.2/10 (great). The best-rated so far is the Redtape RSL0187 Sneaker For Men at 9.8/10.

How does Fashion Audit score products?

We buy every product ourselves and score it out of 10 on design, material quality, comfort and value for money. The FA score is the average of those scores. No paid placements: brands can’t buy a better score.

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