Cocoa Gel-DS 14 sneakers Women product image (primary)
Right-side profile view of a low-top running shoe showing mesh upper, synthetic overlays forming a contrasting stripe pattern, cushioned midsole with visible cutout, and textured rubber outsole. Toe cap has suede overlay and heel collar is padded.

Asics

Cocoa Gel-Ds 14 Sneakers Women

CA$160.00CAD
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The Asics Gel-DS 14 women's sneakers are low-top running shoes with a mesh upper, suede overlays, mesh lining, padded collar and tongue, and a removable foam footbed. They use rearfoot GEL technology for shock absorption and a TRUSSTIC support system for stability, with an embossed non-skid rubber outsole. Model number: 1203B073-200.

Color
Cocoa
Material
Mesh upper with genuine suede overlays; mesh lining; foam footbed; rubber outer sole
Gender
female
Style
casual, athleisure, sporty
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Shoes

Specifications

Women's Asics Gel-DS 14 sneakers in Cocoa with a mesh and suede upper, GEL cushioning, and TRUSSTIC stability support.

Mesh and genuine suede upper, mesh lining, padded collar and tongue, removable foam footbed, GEL heel cushioning, TRUSSTIC support system, non-skid rubber outsole.

Color
Cocoa · brown
Material
Mesh upper with genuine suede overlays; mesh lining; foam footbed; rubber outer sole
Secondary
suede, rubber
Style
casual, athleisure, sporty
Occasion
everyday, casual, workout, running-errands
Gender
female
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Shoes

Additional Attributes

  • mesh upper
  • genuine suede overlays
  • mesh lining
  • padded collar and tongue
  • removable foam footbed
  • GEL technology at the back of the foot for shock absorption
  • TRUSSTIC support system for stability
  • embossed non-skid rubber outsole
  • women's-specific Gel-DS 14 model
  • model number 1203B073-200
  • Cocoa colourway

Product Insights

Cocoa Gel-Ds 14 Sneakers Women 160 CAD Starts true to size but runs snug and slightly narrow; half-size up is common advice. Rearfoot GEL only; forefoot is plain foam, and the ride is balanced rather than plush. Lifestyle retro first; best for commuting, gym and light training rather than daily mileage. Suede overlays are soft from the start but mark, stain and need brushing/protection.

Verified claims

fit_sizing
Starts true to size but runs snug and slightly narrow; half-size up is common advice.
width
Single standard width only, on a unisex D last.
size_run
Sizes run 6 to 10 with half sizes only through 8.5; there is no 9.5.
sizing_method
Measure foot length in centimetres against a wall and choose the larger size if between sizes.
cushioning
Rearfoot GEL only; forefoot is plain foam, and the ride is balanced rather than plush.
stability
TRUSSTIC is an under-arch shank, not a pronation-control post; casual support for neutral to mild pronation.
use_case
Lifestyle retro first; best for commuting, gym and light training rather than daily mileage.
upper_construction
Mesh underlays with suede and synthetic-leather overlays, stitched and reinforced.
upper_design
Asymmetric, slanted-eyestay retro running design with contrasting stripe overlays.
suede_care
Suede overlays are soft from the start but mark, stain and need brushing/protection.
breathability
Breathable mesh upper and lining, though not top-tier ventilation.
outsole
Rubber non-skid outsole with segmented tread; DuoSole-style flexibility and wet-grip sections.
footbed
Removable foam footbed lets you swap insoles or clean underneath.
comfort_collar
Padded collar and tongue, but the collar may bite initially for some wearers.
ride_feel
Light and responsive for short runs, with some reports of a rigid or clunky feel.
construction
Stitched heel counter, reinforced eyestays and mesh lining support the upper.
sustainability
Recycled elements in the upper and an efficiently dyed sockliner reduce water and carbon use.
value
160 CAD flat across sizes; value depends on whether you want retro style or running performance.
comparison
Softer forefoot alternatives include Nimbus/Kayano; overpronation support alternatives include GT-2000/Kayano.
colorway
Single Ash Pink colorway across all eight sizes; no color-versus-size tradeoff.

Product record

Title
Cocoa Gel-Ds 14 Sneakers Women
Brand
Asics
Price
160 CAD
Availability
In stock

Buying Guide

1 comparison · 19 sources

Uses

Light training, shorter runs and treadmill sessions

Reviewers describe this lightweight trainer as best suited to shorter runs, treadmill workouts, and gym or everyday training where you want a shoe that stays out of the way. GEL cushioning in the rearfoot is designed to absorb impact at heel strike for a softer feel, though it's not the plush padding of a long-distance shoe. Note the narrow opening — one reviewer suggests going a half size up.[1,2]

Light training and everyday wear

Per one review, this Asics sneaker suits light training, gym sessions, and stylish everyday movement. The padded collar and tongue add comfort for wear throughout the day. The reviewer notes it should be worn for what it is, not what marketing suggests it might be.[1,2]

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Cocoa Gel-Ds 14 Sneakers Women: Choose this if you want a light, sharp-feeling sneaker for light training, gym sessions, or stylish everyday movement — one reviewer calls it best suited to those uses rather than a serious running shoe. It pairs a bold, asymmetric suede-and-mesh upper with rearfoot GEL cushioning intended to absorb impact and soften each stride, plus a Trusstic system for stability and a flexible DuoSole outsole with wet-grip sections and blown rubber for traction. Be aware the opening is narrow (a reviewer suggests going a half size up), padding is modest, breathability is not top-tier, and the collar may cause shoe bite on day one before breaking in.[1,2,3,4]Grey And Silver Gel-1130 Sneakers Women: Choose this for everyday casual wear in a stable, planted sneaker: a 2008 stability trainer reborn as a lifestyle shoe, it combines rear GEL cushioning (recorded at 114 SA, notably higher than the lifestyle-sneaker average), a TRUSSTIC support system for stability, a cushioned OrthoLite footbed, and a breathable mesh upper with metallic synthetic leather overlays that's ready to wear out of the box. Reviewers describe a medium fit with wiggle room and a roomy toe box, but note the low-rebound ride gives back only 46% of energy per step and the toebox sits much lower than average, and fitting guidance suggests going half a size up for wide feet or high insteps because the padded tongue can press across the top when laced tightly. Despite the retro running look, wearers warn it is not a running shoe.[5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13]Cream And Chocolate Gel-1130 Sneakers Women: Choose this if you want a lightweight everyday sneaker with cushioned support: it pairs GEL technology for shock absorption with a TRUSSTIC support system for stability and a cushioned OrthoLite foam footbed, and reviewers describe it as very comfortable for all-day wear. This cream-and-chocolate women's colorway has an open mesh upper with synthetic leather overlays—the mesh variants are noted as more breathable and cooler in summer than the leather version—plus a non-skid rubber outsole that one reviewer found predictable on wet pavement, in women's sizes 6 through 10 (9.9 oz / 280 g in a size 7). Note that wearers treat it as an everyday shoe rather than one for running or basketball, and for regular off-pavement use like gravel or wet towpaths one reviewer suggests a more rugged option instead.[5,14,15,16,17,18,19]

Image Analysis

3 images
Cocoa Gel-DS 14 sneakers Women product image (primary)
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Product

Right-side profile view of a low-top running shoe showing mesh upper, synthetic overlays forming a contrasting stripe pattern, cushioned midsole with visible cutout, and textured rubber outsole. Toe cap has suede overlay and heel collar is padded.

  • View and orientationLateral (outside) profile of a right shoe shown on a flat surface, centered horizontally and occupying the lower third of the image.
    1 regionx 0.03 · y 0.45 · w 0.94 · h 0.38 (high)
  • Upper constructionMulti-panel upper combining open-weave knit/mesh across the forefoot and midfoot with synthetic leather or coated panels at the heel and eyestay; stitched seams visible where panels meet.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.52 · w 0.60 · h 0.28 (high)
  • Overlay stripe patternContrasting network of molded or stitched overlays forming a ribbon-style stripe pattern along the midfoot and extending toward the heel and toe, layered on top of the mesh.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.53 · w 0.56 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Toe cap detailSuede-like toe cap overlay with small perforated or dotted stitch detailing along its outer edge.
    1 regionx 0.72 · y 0.56 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Lacing and tongueStandard central lacing with flat laces threaded through reinforced eyestays and a padded tongue that is partly visible above the mesh upper.
    1 regionx 0.41 · y 0.48 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Heel constructionPadded heel collar with a smooth synthetic heel counter panel wrapping the back of the shoe and a horizontal stitched overlay detail near the rear midsole.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.50 · w 0.20 · h 0.24 (high)
  • Midsole shape and featuresThick cushioned midsole with sculpted geometry and grooves; visible small cutout or window detail in the rear lateral midsole above the outsole.
    1 regionx 0.04 · y 0.67 · w 0.40 · h 0.16 (high)
  • Outsole treadRubber outsole with segmented tread blocks and shallow lugs visible along the perimeter and forefoot edge.
    1 regionx 0.04 · y 0.76 · w 0.90 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Surface textureCombination of open knit mesh (visible linear texture in forefoot), smooth synthetic panels at heel, and matte suede texture on the toe cap.
    1 regionx 0.60 · y 0.54 · w 0.34 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Minor decorative stitchingThin stitched lines following panel joins and overlay edges visible on the heel and forefoot.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.58 · w 0.32 · h 0.22 (high)

Other

Studio product shot on a plain light gray background with soft even lighting and a subtle shadow beneath the shoe. Image is sharp and centered with no props or packaging visible.

  • Background and stagingPlain uniform light gray background filling the frame above and around the shoe.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.45 (high)
  • Shadow and surfaceSoft drop shadow under the shoe indicating a flat horizontal surface; shadow is faint and centered beneath the sole.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.80 · w 0.88 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Image qualityHigh-resolution, evenly lit photograph with clear focus across the shoe and minimal glare on synthetic panels.

Colors

dusty mauve· upper meshcream· overlay stripestaupe mauve· midsolemuted rose brown· toe cap suede
Cocoa Gel-DS 14 sneakers Women product image 2
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Product

Rear and partial lateral view of a single sneaker pair showing the right shoe heel area in foreground and the left shoe outsole and lateral side in background. Visible materials include smooth leather-like panels, suede trim, mesh upper, molded foam midsole with glossy gel window, and patterned rubber outsole.

  • View and compositionRight shoe heel is foregrounded and facing slightly left; left shoe lies on its side in the background showing the outsole and lateral forefoot.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.30 · w 0.62 · h 0.60 (high)
  • Heel counter materialSmooth leather-like panel forms the external heel counter with a slightly matte finish and stitched perimeter.
    1 regionx 0.44 · y 0.36 · w 0.30 · h 0.34 (high)
  • Padded collar and liningThick padded collar with visible textile mesh lining inside the shoe opening; inner lining is ribbed/knit texture.
    1 regionx 0.60 · y 0.36 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Suede trimNarrow suede strip runs along the lateral heel above the midsole and wraps toward the quarter panel.
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.52 · w 0.45 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Lateral overlay/branding stripesCream-colored multi-stripe synthetic overlay forms the brand's characteristic side pattern and continues from the midfoot to the heel.
    1 regionx 0.58 · y 0.44 · w 0.34 · h 0.26 (high)
  • Gel windowGlossy, dark maroon transparent window inset in the lateral rear-midsole visible above the outsole.
    1 regionx 0.46 · y 0.74 · w 0.26 · h 0.11 (high)
  • Outsole tread patternBackground shoe outsole shows segmented rubber tread with hexagonal and rectangular traction patterns and a raised midfoot shank area.
    1 regionx 0.02 · y 0.36 · w 0.46 · h 0.42 (high)
  • Text on suede strip“GEL-TRAINER”Partial
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  • Circular logo markSmall cream-colored swirl logo printed on the lateral heel counter.
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  • Upper meshPerforated mesh upper visible toward the toe and quarter on both shoes with a woven texture and tonal color.
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Other

Studio shot with a neutral light gray background and soft even lighting; minimal shadows under the shoes. Image shows two shoes as product staging; photographic crop leaves space above the shoes.

  • BackgroundUniform light gray backdrop with no visible props or text.
  • Lighting and shadowSoft studio lighting with gentle shadowing beneath and behind the shoes, minimal specular highlights on the midsole gel window.
  • Shot compositionRight shoe is positioned in the foreground rotated to show heel and lateral side; left shoe is placed behind showing outsole and lateral side, creating a layered product display.

Colors

muted mauve brown· main upperlight cream· trim and overlay stripesdusty taupe· suede stripdark maroon· midsole gel windowpale beige· outsole and midsole rubber
Cocoa Gel-DS 14 sneakers Women product image 3
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Product

Top-down view of a pair of mauve-pink athletic sneakers with mesh uppers, suede overlays, cream-colored ASICS side stripes, laced tongues, and visible black footbeds.

  • Overall orientationPair of shoes shown from a top-down view with toes at the top of the image and heels toward the bottom.
  • Upper material - meshBreathable knit/mesh fabric covers the central toe box and forefoot on both shoes, showing a textured, perforated pattern in a mauve-pink tone.
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  • Suede overlaysSuede or nubuck overlays in a slightly darker mauve-brown surround the toe cap, eyestay, and extend along the medial and lateral upper edges.
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  • Side stripes / logo overlaysCream-colored synthetic stripe overlays form the ASICS trademark stripe pattern on the lateral sides of both shoes, contrasting with the mauve upper.
    2 regionsx 0.12 · y 0.28 · w 0.28 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.28 · w 0.28 · h 0.40 (high)
  • Lacing and eyestayFlat laces threaded through suede eyestays; laces and eyestay are the same mauve-pink color as the upper overlays.
    2 regionsx 0.18 · y 0.28 · w 0.26 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.28 · w 0.26 · h 0.34 (high)
  • Tongue labelingBrand name printed on the top of each tongue.
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  • Tongue text“asics”
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  • Tongue text“asics”
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  • Collar and liningPadded collar with textured fabric lining in a lighter mauve shade; collar opening reveals a black footbed inside each shoe.
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  • Midsole edgeVisible midsole edge along each shoe in a slightly darker mauve-brown tone than the upper, running around the perimeter near the sole.
    2 regionsx 0.06 · y 0.68 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (medium); x 0.54 · y 0.68 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (medium)

Other

Neutral light gray studio background with even overhead lighting and faint soft shadows beneath shoes; image is a clean product shot cropped tightly around the pair.

  • BackgroundUniform light gray background filling the frame.
  • Shadows and lightingSoft shadows are visible under the shoes indicating even overhead lighting; no dramatic highlights or glare.
  • Shot compositionShoes centered and symmetrically arranged with small gap between them; image cropped to include entire shoe outlines.

Colors

mauve pink· mesh uppermauve brown suede· suede overlayscream· side stripes / logo overlaysblack· inner footbedlight mauve· padded collar lining

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Variants

8 SKUs
All variants of Cocoa Gel-Ds 14 Sneakers Women
SKUTitlePriceAvail
4600227Cocoa Gel-Ds 14 Sneakers Women - Ash Pink - 6CA$160.00Yes
4600228Cocoa Gel-Ds 14 Sneakers Women - Ash Pink - 6.5CA$160.00Yes
4600229Cocoa Gel-Ds 14 Sneakers Women - Ash Pink - 7CA$160.00Yes
4600230Cocoa Gel-Ds 14 Sneakers Women - Ash Pink - 7.5CA$160.00Yes
4600231Cocoa Gel-Ds 14 Sneakers Women - Ash Pink - 8CA$160.00Yes
4600232Cocoa Gel-Ds 14 Sneakers Women - Ash Pink - 8.5CA$160.00Yes
4600233Cocoa Gel-Ds 14 Sneakers Women - Ash Pink - 9CA$160.00Yes
4600234Cocoa Gel-Ds 14 Sneakers Women - Ash Pink - 10CA$160.00Yes

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