A fitting celebration of the Energy Boost, a shoe designed with long-distance runners in mind, comes from Boston’s Concepts. Just as their hometown marathon is revered by runners around the globe, so too is the Concepts store among sneaker-heads from all over the world. At first glance, their take on the Energy Boost draws on the sporting heritage of adidas’ iconic tennis shoes, the brilliant white base and green accenting calling to mind the famous adidas Stan Smith model in its original color-way.
One of the most memorable collaborations from the 2016 adidas Consortium ‘World Tour’ saw the Tokyo-based retailers Mita breathing new life into a rugged 90s style, the SeeULater hiking shoe. Their latest team-up sees Mita applying their well-honed eye to one of the most enduringly iconic sneakers from the adidas stable, alongside a new take on a future-classic.
Van Hamersveld to create a curated collection of nostalgic designs, including his iconic Wave print. Featuring his storied works on Vans’ OG Classic footwear models, apparel silhouettes and skate decks, this eclectic assortment fits in with the ranks of iconic Vault by Vans collaborations.
On June 23rd, adidas Originals and Alexander Wang launch the last drop of Season 3 at select retail locations, adidas Originals and Alexander Wang flagship locations, and both brands’ ecommerce sites. Inspired by flaws in the clothing production process, the collection turns errors into the foundation of the collection. With pixelated graphics, uneven prints, and perma-wrinkled fabrics, rejection is established as the new perfection.
Inspired by the off-key and unpredictable world of early-stage prototypes and sneaker samples, the adidas Consortium UltraBOOST Midproto features a number of asymmetric features across each shoe in keeping with the spirit of embracing oddity.
Inspired by the craftsmanship of Italian leatherworkers, the collaboration sees one classic and one performance model re-contextualized through the use of premium suedes and leathers throughout their construction, while vegetable-tanned accents tip their hat to the release’s artisanal inspirations.
This season, adidas Originals has worked with iconic Japanese luggage brand PORTER on a brand new collaborative collection of accessories and footwear. Since 1962, PORTER has been the central brand of Yoshida & Co., which was originally founded in 1935 by bag craftsman Kichizo Yoshida. Ever since, it has been established as one of the world’s leading luggage manufacturers, best known for its distinctive glossy nylon padded fabric and signature orange linings. For this collection, adidas Originals and PORTER unite trademark elements of their respective brands, recontextualizing their identities in exciting new modes.
As summer approaches, the longer days bring an energetic and youthful spirit to being outside with friends and family. It’s a time when relaxing at the beach and being on holiday is an important reminder to enjoy the sun’s warmth. The light-hearted atmosphere and nature’s bright colours make it an ideal setting to have a picnic or barbecue.
In keeping with the shoe’s distinctive blend of classic and contemporary from design to tech, this Consortium edition of the Deerupt presents an elevated take on the shoe’s original blueprint.
The Linnut (Finnish for Birds) Pack’s colour palette is reminiscent of the rare collection of species found in Finnish nature. The release features the Fusion 2.0 in three di erent colour ways.
adidas and NEIGHBORHOOD's partnership dates all the way back to 2004 when the brand contributed a design as part of the Superstar's 35th anniversary collaboration series. INVINCIBLE suggested using this vintage collector’s classic as a basis for inspiration. From the NMD R1’s color and materials, to smaller design motifs, subtle references are made to the all-time favorite.
Prophere introduces an unexpected silhouette that is both disruptive in design and innovative in construction. The adidas Originals by UNDFTD model features a primeknit upper with a raised tiger camo print, offset by 90’s inspired bold TPU stripes prominently integrated into the lace system. adidas Originals and UNDFTD branding is purposely placed on the iconic Consortium tongue tab and tongue strap drawing further attention to the aggressively bold midsole, a signature detail of the new silho
The UltraBOOST LUX sees the model thoroughly refined in a premium execution. The Primeknit upper is understated and soft, while leather upholstery creates a luxurious and comfortable interior. Its synthetic suede overlays and dark sand-colored cage provide harmonious accents and combine with the light upper to create a subtle sneaker, filled with low-key detailing.
The Sneaker Exchange 2017 challenged retailers to overcome geographical distance and cultural difference, discover common ground and collaborate on innovative and exciting sneaker executions. Together, A Ma Maniére and Invincible reworked an NMD R1 and an UltraBOOST, linked by the partners' shared love for interior design.
adidas Consortium proudly presents the latest collaboration with Aberdeen-based retailer Hanon launching December 9th within the consortium network. Taking a cue from the blustery climate of Aberdeen’s locale, the collaborative style introduces a re-work of the adidas New York classic runner to create a new interpretation and colorway which references the ever-changing Scottish skies.
Originally released as a mid-top version of skateboarding’s first-ever signature pro model shoe—the Half Cab® was created in direct response to the demands of a new generation of skateboarders changing the game and taking skateboarding back out onto the streets after the vert riding heyday of the 1980s.
The November installation of the Sneaker Exchange comes from New Jersey’s Packer Shoes and Berlin’s Solebox. Both luminaries in their respective territories, Packer and Solebox actually embrace aforementioned geographical distance and the space that separates them. They use the famous Silfra Rift, a point on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge where North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet, as the basis for their UltraBOOST MID and an Energy Boost.
Kasina is one of the driving forces behind modern Koreas’s thriving streetwear scene. Founded in Busan in 1997, Kasina has since opened stores across the country and overseen the nation’s emergence on the international style stage. Over the past two decades, Kasina and adidas have become frequent collaborators - in May 2016, the adidas concept shop ‘DAS 107 by Kasina’ opened in Seoul’s Hongdae neighborhood.
A fitting celebration of the Energy Boost, a shoe designed with long-distance runners in mind, comes from Boston’s Concepts. Just as their hometown marathon is revered by runners around the globe, so too is the Concepts store among sneaker-heads from all over the world. At first glance, their take on the Energy Boost draws on the sporting heritage of adidas’ iconic tennis shoes, the brilliant white base and green accenting calling to mind the famous adidas Stan Smith model in its original color-way.
