The public may not be thinking of the Olympics just yet, but sneaker brands are already in full swing with what they’ll be showcasing in Paris. adidas is the latest to get in on the action, unveiling their full product range that’ll grace the pitch, the track, the boxing ring and everything in between in just a few months’ time. While traditional black & white remains the overriding palette for each of these shoes, the true thematic tie appears on their midsoles. The tones of pink, red and orange are representative of a fiery motif, intended to represent the burning passion that each inter ..read more

At this point, the adidas Samba has become a defining shoe of the current sneaker world. With much of its appeal coming from its timeless construction and accessible price point, adidas is bucking convention for its newest edition. The “Made In Italy” version swaps to luxe materials and designer manufacturing, hiking the price point up in turn. Importantly, this isn’t the first edition of the “Made In Italy” Samba. A black pair emerged in February, slowly streaming to retailers since and introducing this improved construction in earnest. It’s only logical that a white version would be the foll ..read more

Having spread its influence on a variety of adidas Originals, BAPE now brings its renowned hallmarks to the brand’s skate line with an adidas Lawsuit collaboration. While the adidas Lawsuit isn’t a new model, this specific fusion clearly pokes fun at BAPE and Nike’s feud over patent rights surrounding the Bapesta. Non-collaborative Lawsuit pairs are available overseas, however, the official press release for the BAPE collab makes no mention of that name, instead adopting the moniker “N BAPE”. See a comparison of the LWST and N BAPE in the first image of the below gallery. The shoe itse ..read more

Though the bulk of his footwear continues on through Nike, the shadow of Kobe Bryant shoes still very much influences adidas’ basketball output. The adidas Crazy IIINFINITY and MAD IIINFINITY are the forward-thinking manifestation of that, but new drops for the Crazy 8 and Crazy 1 continue the line’s origins. Now, the adidas Crazy 1 “Cream White” provides a summery look for Bryant’s first signature. The neutral shade that lends these their name is pretty comprehensive, dressing the textile exterior shell and the outsole. As you work inside, the shoe eases into “Light Neutral Grey,” continuing ..read more

Bad Bunny has conquered several adidas Originals silhouettes as part of his burgeoning catalog of sneaker collaborations, but it’s time to close the book on model in particular. adidas has announced “The Last Campus”, confirmed a May 6th, 2024 release for the brown colorway, concluding a run of colorways that started in early 2023. On April 11th, adidas invited select media to the Barclay’s Center in Brooklyn, NY to preview some upcoming sneaker projects currently underway with the Puerto Rican superstar. While we can’t share much about what was shown, you can deduce that his adidas Gazelle c ..read more

Contemporary sneakers are “in” and Maha Amsterdam has distinguished itself as top source for simple, elegant footwear for women. Naturally, the brand’s first adidas collaboration speaks to that ethos to a tee, dressing two Three Stripes originals with soft colors and premium materials. The Maha x adidas capsule features a trending model and an under-the-radar silhouette; the adidas Samba and adidas Samoa. While the Samba needs no introduction after having re-emerged as one of today’s most popular daily drivers, the Samoa makes headlines with less frequency, largely thought of as a straight-to ..read more

The collaborative history of atmos and adidas is one of the more reliable ones in modern footwear. Dropping at least two shared efforts annually for the past several years, 2024 is shaping up bring some more stellar product into their canon. After news of the atmos adidas Gazelle broke last week, the imprint’s creative director and co-founder Hirofumi Kojima took to his @koji198139 Instagram account to share an early look at their adidas Predator Mundial. For the uninitiated, the hybrid model here takes the ribbed sections of the Copa Mundial and grafts it together with the curved Three Stripe ..read more

Country-themed sneakers are almost too easy for adidas. The brand’s iconic Three Stripes logo often mimics the look of various flags, and several “World Tour” collections have offered unique looks pertaining to different locales, particularly within Europe. Now adding to adidas’ catalog of country-specific footwear is an “Italy” take on the adidas Samba, complete with green/red stripes and a white heel. Grey suede encompasses the entire upper, a choice that’s mirrored by a semi-translucent gum sole, while gold tongue branding lends a slightly elevated feel. While this pair could easily be co-o ..read more

It’s looking like a brutal couple of weeks for any anyone who roots for USC. On top of Caleb Williams officially leaving their midst when he likely becomes a Chicago Bear at the end of the month, Bronny James is reportedly heading either for the NBA Draft or a new NCAAB team. If it at all dulls the blow, the latest adidas Samba would be a perfect addition to your wardrobe, clad in that timeless combo of cardinal and gold. Burgundy certainly takes the lead on this suede edition of the shoe, dressing all of that material on the upper as well as the leather sock liner. With the heel cap and sole ..read more

While the adidas Spezial Pre-Spring 24 showcased the Three Stripes’ willingness to refresh old staples, don’t sleep on their ability to bring the same experimental touch in their mainline. A new formulation, the adidas Rivalry Summer, is inspired by “long Mediterranean nights,” a shoe intended to be simultaneously stylish and easy-on. The general shape of the adidas Rivalry remains intact, the inextricable two-sided sole unit still front and center. However, this is a major curveball when it comes to construction. Single ply leather leaves its shaggy interior exposed throughout the silhou ..read more