Keen Jasper III 'Purple Opulence/Black' (1031195) — 3rd-Gen Heritage Outdoor Lifestyle Sneaker

What Is the Keen Jasper III ‘Purple Opulence/Black’?

The Keen Jasper III ‘Purple Opulence/Black’ (Style Code: 1031195) is the third-generation evolution of Keen’s foundational outdoor lifestyle silhouette — the Jasper, born from rock-climbing and approach-shoe design and introduced alongside the Keen brand in 2003. The Jasper III is the direct generational successor to the Jasper and Jasper II: refined materials and construction, same core DNA. It is not the Jasper Zionic (athletic mesh upper, lighter build) or the Jasper Rocks SP (Rocks outsole, trail-aggressive). This is the heritage lineage: suede, lace-up, rock-climbing roots, three generations of refinement. The ‘Purple Opulence/Black’ colorway pairs a deep, fully saturated jewel-toned purple suede upper with black toe cap, accents, and outsole — giving the shoe both bold color identity and the black grounding that makes it wearable across a wide range of outfits. At $139, it is priced at the Jasper Rocks SP Safari/Fjord Blue tier, with the standard Jasper outsole rather than the Rocks upgrade.

Quick Facts

• Brand: Keen (Portland, Oregon — est. 2003)
• Style: Jasper III (3rd generation — heritage lineage)
• Style Code: 1031195
• Colorway: Purple Opulence / Black
• Generation: Jasper III — direct successor to Jasper and Jasper II
• Upper: Suede leather and textile
• Toe: Non-marking rubber toe cap — Keen signature protection
• Footbed: Removable metatomical dual-density EVA
• Outsole: Non-marking rubber with multi-directional lug — standard Jasper (not Rocks)
• Closure: Traditional lace-up
• Waterproof: No
• Gender: Men’s (US 7–11.5)
• Price: $139
• Category: Outdoor Lifestyle Sneaker / Heritage Platform
• Fit: True to size; size up half for wide feet or thick socks

Specs & Construction

The Jasper Lineage — I, II, III, Zionic, Rocks SP

The Keen Jasper platform has expanded significantly since the original silhouette launched in 2003. Understanding the lineage helps identify which version is the right shoe:

Bottom line on the Jasper III: If you want the Jasper in its most historically faithful form — suede upper, lace-up, rock-climbing roots, three generations of refinement — the Jasper III is the correct shoe. For athletic-forward use, choose the Zionic. For technical trail grip, choose the Rocks SP.

The ‘Purple Opulence/Black’ Colorway

Purple Opulence is a deep, fully saturated jewel-toned purple — balanced between warm and cool, with the richness of amethyst. Not plum (too red), not violet (too blue), not lavender (too light): a confident, full purple with gemstone-quality depth. In suede, the surface texture adds dimensional richness that flat synthetic materials cannot replicate. Black grounds the colorway in the toe cap, outsole, and accent details, providing the visual anchor that makes Purple Opulence wearable across a much wider range of outfits than an all-purple build would allow. The black elements give the shoe structural clarity and everyday versatility while letting the purple suede upper do its work as the primary statement element. This is a more refined, wearable approach to bold color than the Purple Opulence/Lemon Curry Jasper — the black grounding gives it wardrobe flexibility the yellow-accented version intentionally sacrifices for maximum visual impact.

Purple Opulence/Black vs. Purple Opulence/Lemon Curry — Two Approaches to the Same Color

Bottom line: Both shoes share the same Purple Opulence base. If you want the bolder, louder expression and can build an outfit around it, choose the Lemon Curry at $159. If you want the purple statement with everyday wardrobe flexibility, the Black-accented Jasper III at $139 is the more versatile choice.

Who Is the Keen Jasper III ‘Purple Opulence/Black’ For?

This shoe is for the buyer who wants a bold color statement in their footwear but needs the shoe to work across more than one outfit. The black accents make Purple Opulence/Black genuinely versatile — it works with black, charcoal, dark navy, white, cream, and earth tones without requiring a dedicated outfit built around it. It is also for the Keen collector who specifically wants the heritage Jasper platform in its third-generation form rather than the Zionic or Rocks SP evolutions. And at $139, it is the more accessible purple Jasper option, $20 below the Lemon Curry edition.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the style code for the Keen Jasper III ‘Purple Opulence/Black’?
A: The style code is 1031195.

Q: What is the difference between the Jasper III and the Jasper Zionic?
A: The Jasper III is the heritage lineage: suede upper, lace-up, rock-climbing roots, third-generation refinement of the original 2003 Jasper. The Jasper Zionic is an athletic evolution of the Jasper platform with an engineered mesh upper and a lighter, more streamlined build. Different design directions from the same founding silhouette.

Q: What is the difference between Jasper III ‘Purple Opulence/Black’ and Jasper ‘Purple Opulence/Lemon Curry’?
A: Both share the Purple Opulence suede upper. The Jasper III (1031195) uses black accents — more versatile and wearable across everyday outfits, priced at $139. The standard Jasper (1031019) uses Lemon Curry (electric yellow-gold) accents — maximum visual impact, statement-first, priced at $159. The platform generation differs: Jasper III is the 3rd-gen heritage lineage; 1031019 is the standard Jasper.

Q: What does ‘Purple Opulence’ look like?
A: A deep, fully saturated jewel-toned purple — gemstone-quality richness, balanced between warm and cool. Think amethyst. Not plum (too red), not violet (too blue), not lavender (too light). Bold and confident, not muted or pastel.

Q: Is the Keen Jasper III waterproof?
A: No. For a waterproof Keen lifestyle option, see the Keen TTS Moc WP Sneaker (style 1031229) with Keen.Dry membrane construction.

Q: Is the footbed removable for custom orthotics?
A: Yes. The metatomical dual-density EVA footbed is fully removable and compatible with standard aftermarket orthotics.

Q: Does the Keen Jasper III fit true to size?
A: Yes, true to size. Size up half for wider feet or thicker socks. Available in US Men’s 7–11.5.