{"product_id":"keen-jasper-iii-black-thistle-1031198","title":"Keen Jasper III 'Black \/ Thistle' | Women's Outdoor Lifestyle Sneaker (1031198)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKeen Jasper III 'Black \/ Thistle' | Women's (Style 1031198)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWomen's Keen Jasper III\u003c\/strong\u003e is the third generation of Keen's original rock-climbing-inspired outdoor lifestyle sneaker, built on a women's-specific last for a superior anatomical fit. Style \u003cstrong\u003e1031198\u003c\/strong\u003e arrives in \u003cstrong\u003eBlack \/ Thistle\u003c\/strong\u003e: a deep black base with soft thistle-purple accents — the most refined and premium colorway in the Women's Jasper III lineup. Women's US 5–9.5. Retail: \u003cstrong\u003e$169\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is the Keen Jasper III?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Keen Jasper is the brand's foundational outdoor lifestyle silhouette — born from rock-climbing and approach-shoe design. Its signature features have remained constant across generations: a protective non-marking rubber toe cap, a durable suede-and-textile upper, a multi-directional lug outsole for traction, and a removable metatomical dual-density EVA footbed with genuine arch support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eJasper III\u003c\/strong\u003e is the direct generational successor to the original Jasper and Jasper II — the same platform DNA with third-generation refinements to materials and construction. Built specifically on a women's last, this edition delivers a fit tailored to the female foot rather than a scaled-down men's build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eColorway: Black \/ Thistle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack\u003c\/strong\u003e is the dominant color — a deep, clean black upper that provides a timeless, versatile foundation. \u003cstrong\u003eThistle\u003c\/strong\u003e is a soft, muted purple with a botanical, floral quality — not saturated or jewel-toned, but gentle and refined, with a slight grey-lavender undertone. The combination reads as sophisticated rather than bold: the black grounds the shoe, and the thistle accent adds a distinctive feminine detail without overwhelming the silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e$169\u003c\/strong\u003e, Black \/ Thistle is the premium colorway in the Women's Jasper III lineup — priced above Birch \/ Black to reflect the elevated colorway positioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairs with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black, grey, white, lavender, blush, navy. The black base ensures broad wardrobe compatibility; the thistle accent rewards outfit coordination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWomen's-specific last\u003c\/strong\u003e — anatomical fit tailored to the female foot, not a scaled-down men's build\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-marking rubber toe cap\u003c\/strong\u003e — Keen's signature protective construction, trail-ready and long-lasting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuede leather and textile upper\u003c\/strong\u003e — durable, abrasion-resistant, genuine outdoor capability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-directional lug outsole\u003c\/strong\u003e — traction on trail, pavement, and mixed terrain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemovable metatomical dual-density EVA footbed\u003c\/strong\u003e — arch support, orthotic-compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional lace-up closure\u003c\/strong\u003e — secure, adjustable fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrue-to-size fit\u003c\/strong\u003e — generous toe box; size up ½ for wide feet or thick socks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWomen who want the Jasper III's outdoor heritage in the lineup's most refined, premium colorway\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe buyer who prefers a black-dominant shoe with a subtle, sophisticated accent over an all-neutral or bold palette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone seeking a genuinely outdoor-capable lifestyle sneaker with elevated aesthetic positioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWomen who want the versatility of a black shoe with a distinctive detail that sets it apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle Code\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1031198\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlatform\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJasper III (3rd generation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColorway\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack \/ Thistle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuede leather and textile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLace-up\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToe Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-marking rubber toe cap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutsole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-marking rubber, multi-directional lug\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFootbed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemovable metatomical dual-density EVA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaterproof\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGender\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWomen's\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWomen's-specific\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUS 5–9.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrue to size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRetail Price\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$169\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSizing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWomen's US 5–9.5, true to size. The Jasper III's rubber toe cap construction provides ample toe room. Size up ½ for wide feet or thicker socks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Keen Jasper III?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe third generation of Keen's original rock-climbing-inspired Jasper outdoor lifestyle sneaker. Direct successor to the Jasper II — refined materials and construction, same core DNA: rubber toe cap, lug outsole, suede-textile upper, metatomical EVA footbed, lace-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this built on a women's-specific last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The Women's Jasper III is built on a women's-specific last — a fit tailored to the female foot, not a scaled-down men's build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat color is Thistle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA soft, muted purple with a botanical, floral quality — gentle and refined, with a slight grey-lavender undertone. Not a saturated jewel-tone and not a bright purple: a delicate accent color that reads as sophisticated rather than bold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is this colorway priced at $169 vs. $159 for Birch\/Black?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlack \/ Thistle is the premium colorway in the Women's Jasper III lineup, positioned above Birch \/ Black to reflect its elevated colorway aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this shoe waterproof?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The suede upper is durable and abrasion-resistant but not waterproof. 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