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adidas Forum Mid x Dalek | Five-Two 3 Artist Series

Rocky Brown — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:53:27 +0000

New York City based artist Dalek is included in the four artist group to create sneakers for the adidas Five-Two 3.

Dalek chose to work on the adidas Forum Mid, which he blended in black, shades of blue and grey to construct the sneaker. The star of the sneaker is a cartoon character whose image is seen on the inner-lining collar, and side panel.

The kicks are now available at select shops with adidas accounts including Stockholm based SNS.

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adidas Superstar 80 x Pochoir | Five-Two 3 Artist Series

Rocky Brown — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 23:12:26 +0000

London based street artist Pochoir has been recruited to take part in the adidas Five-Two 3 Artist collection, which includes a global list of participants.

Pochoir styled the adidas Superstar 80 in a grey base with three stripes styled to look like they where stenciled on the kicks. The sneakers also feature a number of other elements, which reference London, Pochoir and street art.

You can find the entire collection now at Sneakers N’ Stuff.

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adidas Stan Smith 80 x KRSN | Five-Two 3

Rocky Brown — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 06:51:44 +0000

The adidas Originals Five-Two 3 collection over the summer released a collection of sneakers from well known international labels.

The next direction for the sneakers is a collaborative collection with international group of artist.

French artist KRSN has contributed a pair of adidas Stan Smith 80 to the collection. He styled the sneaker in a deep shade of blue nubuck with gold fleur-de-lis and other images printed in different sizes on the upper.

The sneaker is now available at select sneaker shops including Sneakers N’ Stuff.

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adidas Originals “Plants” Pack x Kazuki x Makoto Azuma

Rocky Brown — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 02:47:28 +0000

Japanese designer Kazuki has placed himself as a key figure at adidas with his work on his own adidas Originals by Originals collection and his work on the Madsaki adidas Samba.

Kazuki has now teamed up with Makoto Azuma to created the Plants pack, which is part of the adidas Originals Five-Two 3. The pack includes the adidas Samba, adidas Forum Mid, adidas Superstar, adidas Stan Smith and the adidas Nizza High.

The kicks are minimalist, in white uppers with brown outsoles that represent the dirt and the insole is green representing plant life. Each sneaker’s tongue features the adidas trefoil logo in green, which extends down as a leafy stem.

The kicks are expect to release this month.

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adidas Consortium “Your City” | Drop 2 / Preview

Rocky Brown — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:35:33 +0000

During the 1970’s and 1980’s adidas created a large catalog of sneakers named after cities around the world. adidas Originals has now created the Consortium “Your City” collection, breathing fresh life to these classic models.
adidas has recruited sneaker shops from respective cities to style the kicks giving them local legitimacy.

The first round of releases from the adidas Consortium “Your City” collection dropped in mid October. That collection included the adidas Oslo x Sole Service, adidas LA Trainer x Undefeated, adidas Berlin x Solebox, and the adidas Boston x Bodega.

This time around the selected models and cities include New York, Milan, Stockholm and Copenhagen.

adidas Milano x Slam Jam

Italy’s world renowned sneaker shop Slam Jam is based in Milan, and has thus been given the task of styling the adidas Milano. The kicks feature a vibrant shade of blue covering most of sneaker in nylon. The three stripes on the side panel come in lime green leather giving the sneaker a more daring look. The tongue and eyelet areas are built in crinkle patent leather. The tongue also is branded Slam Jam. The sneakers side panel branding reads Milano and Slam Jam in gold.

adidas Stockholm x Sneakers N’ Stuff

Yesterday we previewed the adidas Stockholm x Sneakers N’ Stuff. Today we have a closer look at the sneaker. The sneaker is built in grey overbrushed suede with touches of yellow on the tongue and blue leather on the heel and stripes, which all rests on a gum sole. The sneakers heel features SNS branding and the gold foil on the side panel reads both Stockholm and Sneakers N’ Stuff.

The original adidas Stockholm came in a blue and yellow colorway inspired by the Swedish flag. The blue and yellow are retained on the sneakers however as secondary elements. The sneakers base comes in grey, which is inspired by the cloudy winter Stockholm sky.

adidas Kopenhagen x Norse Projects

Copenhagen based shop Norse Projects profile has risen this year with their collaboration with New Balance. The shop has now been given the job of styling the adidas Kopenhagen.

The sneakers upper is colored primarily in navy blue except for yellow on the top metal eyelet and heel tab. In terms of build the sneakers are constructed in leather except for lacestays, stripes, and toe, which are made of suede. The side panel like the rest of sneakers in the collection reads Kopenhagen and Norse Projects.

adidas New York x Dave’s Quality Meats

New York based DQM, which is a frequent adidas collaborator has given the undertaking of styling the adidas New York. The runner, which first surfaced in the 1980’s comes in shades of black, referencing the New York blackouts. The sneakers most distinctive feature can be seen on the top four eyelets are brass d-rings, giving the kicks boot look. “New York” and “DQM” are embossed on the sneakers stripes.

We will keep you posted when the sneakers release before the end of the year.

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adidas Stockholm x Sneakers N’ Stuff

Rocky Brown — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:03:26 +0000

In the middle of October, the first drop from the adidas Consortium “Your City” collection released, which included Los Angeles, Boston, Oslo, and Berlin.

Today, we have a look at a sneaker from the second drop from the “Your City” collection. Stockholm based shop Sneakers N’ Stuff has styled the adidas Stockholm. The staff at SNS drew their inspiration from the somber grey sky of Stockholm in winter which also bleeds patches of yellow sun and blue sky. We will keep you posted when the sneakers release.

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adidas Originals Honey Low x Fafi

Rocky Brown — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 01:08:50 +0000

Here is a look at the fifth and final sneaker from the adidas Originals by Originals 2099 Fall / Winter 2009 collection. The Fifth sneaker is the adidas Honey Low, which comes in creamy white colorway with Fafi’s signature subtly placed all over the upper and the tongue over the adidas logo. Check your local adidas Originals dealer for availability.

Check after the jump for images of the entire collection from sneakers to apparel.

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adidas ZX 8000 | Original Colorway 2009 Retro

Rocky Brown — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:06:40 +0000

The year that Big Daddy Kane released “Ain’t No Half Stepin” is the same year that adidas released the ZX 8000. Coincidence? No. The classic adidas runner is the perfect piece of footwear to keep your foot in full step with the Torison support system.

adidas is taking us back to ‘88 with the release of the ZX 8000 in its original colorway. The kicks blend an aqua blue base with yellow and purple accents. On Halloween the sneaker released at 160 shops in Germany, Switzerland and Austria. In Dusseldorf you can find them at Schuh You.

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adidas Centennial Low | NBA Western Conference Pack

Rocky Brown — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 04:02:01 +0000

Official NBA sponsor adidas has created a pack of five adidas Centennial Lows to mark the beginning of the NBA season. The five colorways are based on teams that compete in the Western Conference.

The colorways are inspired by classic team colors, so the Los Angeles Lakers pair comes in blue and white the original Lakers colors. Other teams included in the pack are the Dallas Mavericks, San Antonio Spurs, Houston Rockets, and the Denver Nuggets. The sneakers are now available at adidas Originals shops Stateside.

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adidas Originals Superstar “Los Angeles Lakers”

Rocky Brown — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 08:17:24 +0000

The Los Angeles Lakers were this year crowned NBA champions of the 2008-2009 season. As champions the Lakers have inspired a pair of adidas Superstars. The kicks are majestic, and come in metallic gold upper with purple and yellow accents. The Lakers logo can be seen on the tongue, side panel and insole that also bears the number 15, which is the number of times the Lakers have won the NBA title. Check your local adidas dealer for availability.

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adidas Forum Mid “Wu-Tang Clan”

Rocky Brown — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 07:27:41 +0000

The adidas Forum has just released in a color combo reminiscent of the Hip Hop super crew, Wu-Tang Clan. The kicks come in a leather build with black and yellow balancing out the upper. The kicks are unofficially Wu inspired but nonetheless represent the Staten Island MC collective.

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adidas Originals Samba “Boston Celtics”

Rocky Brown — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 22:50:26 +0000

The adidas Samba dates back 60 years ago when it made its debut as a football sneaker. The kicks have just released in a suede and leather build in a colorway reminiscent to the Boston Celtics in green and black. You can find them now in Dusseldorf at Schuh You.

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adidas Metro Attitude | Cream Snakeskin

Rocky Brown — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 23:08:50 +0000

Jeremy Scott has transformed the adidas Attitude, giving the sneakers wings, three tongues, and a long tongue. The 80’s basketball sneaker has now released in classic form, this time in leather with a cream snakeskin embossed print and white and navy elements. The sneakers are now available in Tasmania at Grip.

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adidas Samba x Madsaki

Rocky Brown — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 05:00:53 +0000

The next release from the adidas Five Two 3 series is a city pack. Tokyo is among the selected cities to take part in the project. Japanese artist Madsaki is the man behind Tokyo’s entry. He selected the Samba as his sneaker of choice because its significance to the NYC cycling scene, which he took part in as a Messenger.

The kicks upper comes with lace flap in a build constructed in black sea snake skin treated to be waterproof. The insole also offers anti-bacterial and odor resistant materials. The sneakers are now available in Toulouse at Rice & Beans for 120 euros.

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adidas Originals Superstar II Lumberjack | Navy / Red

Rocky Brown — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 02:54:31 +0000

Two adidas Nizza High Lumberjacks released earlier this month in red and grey colorways. The Flannel Lumberjack style can now be seen on the adidas Originals Superstar II. The kicks blend dark navy leather with red and black flannel. You can find the sneaker now Stockholm based Caliroots for 85 euros.

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Adidas Samba x Def Jam

tnblsb — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 19:31:18 +0000

Adidas and Def Jam have released quite an amount of collaborative sneaker designs over the past weeks. The Samba model is yet another one.

Two colorways were released being black/red and olive white. With black leather and suede on the upper which is contrasted by the fire red sole the first pair pops out a lot. Red stitching and silver “25″ on the side mark the details.
The olive colorway comes a bit mor subtle. Synthetics and suede were mixed on the upper. The white sole and stripes on the side help the sneaker not to be overlooked.

You can get them now at select Adidas retailers and schuh-you.

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adidas Top Ten 30th Anniversary Edition

Rocky Brown — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 07:04:57 +0000

With the adidas Top Ten basketball sneaker celebrating its 30th anniversary this year we have seen numerous colorways of the kicks release. Among the colorways to release were several 30th anniversary editions including the adidas Top Ten “White / Navy / Red” and the adidas Top Ten “White / Cream / Grey”.

A third 30 anniversary edition adidas Top Ten has now released in black with red and blue accents in a leather, patent and suede build. You can find the sneakers now in Atlanta at Wish.

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adidas Forum Low RS | Grey / Orange

Rocky Brown — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 02:07:13 +0000

The adidas Forum Low RS just released as part of the adidas Originals Winter pack. The sneakers come in a dark grey leather upper with orange accents on a gum sole. You can find the kicks at Schuh You.

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adidas Consortium “Your City” | Drop 1 / Now Available

Rocky Brown — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 04:57:21 +0000

Earlier in the month we reported the latest project from adidas Consortium, a city series, with the initial drop including:

adidas Consortium Berlin x Solebox

adidas Consortium L.A. Trainer x Undefeated

adidas Consortium Oslo x Sole Service

adidas Consortium Boston Super x Bodega

The sneakers are now set to release tomorrow the 17th of October 2009 at shops with adidas Consortium sneakers.

This is just the first release from the collection, expect representations from Copenhagen, London, Milan, Toronto, Stockholm, Paris, Tokyo and New York to release in the near future.

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adidas x Ransom | F/W 2010 Footwear Collection

Rocky Brown — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 02:14:59 +0000

adidas has collaborated with Canadian brand and shop Ransom. Ransom is known for its connection with Canada’s world known sneaker shop Goodfoot.

The product of their collaboration is five pieces of footwear with Canada’s northern climate in mind. Absent are adidas three-strip branding, however each shoe has a rugged look from sneaker to boot.

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Adidas Originals Stan Smith II and Superstar II | Season Greetings Edition

tnblsb — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 07:53:37 +0000

Adidas jumps into the race of X-Mas seasonal greetings early this year by releasing two of their core models in Santa-like colorways.

The Stan Smith II comes in green suede upper with red sockliner and white sole. Gold is used for accent pops at the back and for the top lace eyelet. The sneakers also come with extra red laces.

The Superstar II is quite the opposite of the Stan Smith. It has a red suede upper with green sockliner and black obligatory stripes at the sidepanel. Again gold was used for the finishing touch.

Both sneakers come with an Adidas Santa-Mouse-Toy.

Available at select Adidas Accounts and Flauge.

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adidas TS Commander LT “Boston Red Sox”

Rocky Brown — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 02:27:28 +0000

adidas has created a Boston Red Sox colorway of the adidas TS Commander LT, combining dark blue and red. The kicks were designed with Kevin Garnett of the Boston Celtics, which is evident from the green contrast stitching. You can find the sneakers at adidas online shop.

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adidas Top Ten Low | Original Colorway

Rocky Brown — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 01:56:16 +0000

The adidas Top Ten was first released back in 1979, now on its 30th anniversary the low top version of sneaker has just released in its original color combination. The kicks come in a white base with red on the collar and blue on the midsole, stripes, heel, collar, and tongue. You can find the kicks now at shops that carry adidas Originals footwear including Stockholm based SNS.

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adidas x Fafi | adidas Originals by Originals

Rocky Brown — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 22:41:08 +0000

Paris based artist Fafi has once again collaborated with adidas, this time as part of the adidas Originals by Originals fall / winter 2009 collection. Last week we posted that the adidas Honey Mid x Fafi and the adidas Stan Smith Velcro x Fafi had released from the collection.

This week we have word that two more sneakers from the pack have released, a low and high top. Both kicks are constructed in leather and feature Fafi’s signature artwork in black and white. You can find the kicks in Paris at Colette.

We will keep you posted when the fifth and final sneaker from the pack releases.

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adidas Forum | 3-Toned Pack

Rocky Brown — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 21:39:23 +0000

Adidas has just released four new colorways of the Forum, two lows and two highs. Each of the four comes in three toned vibrant color combos with uppers in a mix of suede and leaher. The kicks are currently available in Japan at Shoe Planet, but should receive an expanded release very soon.

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adidas Stan Smith x Fafi

Rocky Brown — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 03:17:13 +0000

Today we posted the adidas Honey Mid x Fafi from the adidas Originals by Originals fall / winter collection. The Fafi adidas Originals by Originals collection includes a line of apparel and four other sneakers. One of those sneakers is the adidas Stan Smith Velcro. The sneakers come in a white leather upper that is printed with Fafi trademark illustrations. The kicks rest on a gum sole and a beige inner lining. You can find the sneakers at Paris based Colette for 95 euros.

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adidas Honey Mid x Fafi

Rocky Brown — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 18:04:17 +0000

Back in May word first broke that the Paris based artist Fafi would be among the contributors to the adidas Originals by Originals fall / winter 2009 collection.

As we mentioned then, one of the five sneakers Fafi worked on, as part of here collection is the adidas Honey Mid. The kicks come in white with cream trimming and black used to create the illustrations on the side panel. You can find the sneakers in Paris at Colette.

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adidas Skateboarding October 2009 Sneaker Collection

Rocky Brown — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 05:13:41 +0000

Having just had a look at the Nike SB October 2009 footwear collection, we have a look at what adidas Skateboarding has just released for October 2009.

Included in the collection is pair of Adidas Gazelle Skate in a suede and leather build. The sneaker comes in an iron grey colorway with light sand on the stripes and midsole and pure orange on the heel.

Mark Gonzales designed a pair of adidas Superstar Skate for the collection. The kicks come in a black base with a white heel and inner lining with red contrast stitching and lettering.

Skater Tim O’Conner hooked up this pair of adidas Campus Vulc Mid in a blend of wheat brown and green with touches of red, black and purple.

The adidas Campus Vulc Low comes in a suede and leather material mix in two shades of brown with black and university red accents.

A second colorway of the adidas Campus Vulc Low is also included in the collection in a mix of two shades of black and minimal red accents.

Lastly, pro skater Dennis Busenitz’s signature model is included in the collection. The adidas Busenitz Pro comes in a black upper in both leather and suede resting on a gum sole.

The collection is now available at shops that carry adidas Skateboarding sneakers, which includes UK based Flatspot.

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adidas Consortium Boston Super x Bodega

Rocky Brown — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 06:37:06 +0000

Here is a look at the upcoming release of the adidas Boston Super styled by Boston based shop Bodega for the adidas Consortium City Series.

We have already seen three sneakers from the adidas Consortium City Series, the adidas Berlin x Solebox, adidas L.A. Trainer x UNDFTD, and the adidas Oslo x Sole Service. Each sneaker is part of the adidas Consortium City Series, which has three phases, this being the first. The initial collection will hit sneaker shops on the 17th of October.

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adidas Consortium Oslo x Sole Service

Rocky Brown — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 05:44:53 +0000

With the adidas 2009 Consortium City Series, adidas has gathered four of its models that are named after cities and paired them with premium sneaker shops from those cities. Today, we have seen previews of the adidas Berlin x Solebox and the adidas L.A. Trainer x UNDFTD.

Oslo based sneaker shop Sole Service is participating in the collection with its entry of the adidas Oslo. The adidas Oslo comes in grey leather with minimal gold and black lettering and the top eyelet in yellow. The sneakers are expected to release this month at shops with premium adidas accounts.

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adidas Nizza High Lumberjack Pack

Rocky Brown — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 05:23:07 +0000

The Converse Chuck Taylor by Woolrich is not the only sneaker incorporate flannel in its build. The adidas Nizza High Lumberjack also makes use of flannel as well as leather in its construction. Two colorways of the Nizza are now available with one in red and black and the other in grey and black. You can find both sneakers in Cologne at TGWO for 89 euros.

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adidas Consortium L.A. Trainer x Undefeated

Rocky Brown — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 04:06:41 +0000

Earlier today we posted the upcoming release of the adidas Berlin x Solebox, which are part of an adidas Consortium city series release. In addition to Solebox, adidas has recruited Los Angeles based Undefeated for the project. Like Solebox, UNDFTD chose an adidas model that bears their city of origins name, the adidas L.A. Trainer.

The kicks come in red suede, touches of white leather and breathable navy mesh on the side panel and toe-box. The kicks are set to release this month a shops that carry adidas Consortium footwear.

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adidas Official Mid x David Beckham

Rocky Brown — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:03:31 +0000

The initial release of the adidas Originals by Originals David Beckham collection released back in early August. Now a second wave of sneakers from the collection have just released.

Two colorways of the adidas Official Mid x David Beckham have just released, with one in navy and the other in cardinal and both with gold accents. Despite the fact that collection bears Beckham’s name James Bond is the designer behind the kicks. You can find both sneakers at TGWO for 159 euros.

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adidas Consortium Berlin x Solebox

Rocky Brown — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 21:18:00 +0000

The latest collaborative release from Berlin based sneaker Solebox is again with with adidas. Given the the fact that Solebox is located in Berlin, the shop chose the adidas Berlin as the their model of choice.

Solebox chose to base their rendition of the Berlin on the sneaker’s original colorway. The original make-up can actually be seen on the inner lining of the sneaker. The kicks also feature Solebox branding on the tongue, the side panel in gold and the birthdays of the owners (Hikmet & Suekret) on the inner lining.

Look for the sneakers to release on the 17th of October 2009 in limited numbers at Solebox.

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adidas Conductor High “Big Tongue” x Jeremy Scott

Rocky Brown — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 05:31:56 +0000

In August we gave a you a preview of the adidas Originals Conductor High “Big Tongue” x Jeremy Scott. The sneakers have now released as part of the second wave of the adidas Originals by Originals Fall / Winter 2009 x Jeremy Scott collection, along with the adidas Attitude JS Wings x Jeremy Scott.

The sneaker takes the classic adidas Conductor Hi made for the basketball court and extends the tongue to the toe. The big tongue is held in place by a buckle. The sneaker is part of the continued development of classic adidas basketball footwear by American Designer Jeremy Scott. The sneaker comes in two colorways, one in all black and the other in a black base with white accents.

Both colorways are now available at Cologne based TGWO for 199 euros.

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adidas Originals by Originals 7 Hole Boot x Kazuki Kuraishi

Rocky Brown — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 08:44:33 +0000

In In early August the first part of the adidas Originals by Originals x Kazuki Kuraishi fall / winter 2009 footwear collection released at select shops. Now a second round of releases from the adidas by Kazuki Kuraishi fall / winter 2009 collection has begun to release.

Kazuki Kuraishi of Fragment Design has taken on the adidas 7-Hole Boot. The kicks come in a mix of leather and nylon materials with minimal branding. Two colorways have released with one in brown / yellow and the one we are looking at today in black, white and blue. The sneaker is now available in Stockholm at SNS for 196 euros.

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adidas Originals by Originals JS Wings | Fall / Winter 2009

Rocky Brown — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 00:03:32 +0000

In August a majority of the adidas Originals by Originals by Jeremy Scott fall / winter collection released. The second wave of the collection has now begun to become available at select sneaker shops. Included in the collection are two colorways of the adidas JS Wings.

The JS Wings are constructed with detachable wings with the adidas Attitude serving as the base. One of the sneakers come in a metallic silver upper with black accents resting on a black sole while the one come in a black on black design.

You can find both sneakers in shops now such as Cologne based The Good Will Out for 179 euros.

Check out the adidas JS Wings x Jeremy Scott Spring 2010 colorway.

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adidas Originals Campus x Kazuki “Leopard”

Rocky Brown — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 05:08:25 +0000

Last month the adidas Originals Vulcanized Boot in leopard designed by Japanese designer Kazuki released. Kazuki has utilized the leopard print again, this time on the adidas Campus. You can now pick up the sneakers at Paris based Colette for 220 euros.

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adidas Skateboarding Culver Vulc | Black / Neon Green

Rocky Brown — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 06:22:03 +0000

We recently posted a selection of sneakers from the adidas Skateboarding fall / winter 2009 collection that just became available.

Today, we have a look at another sneaker from the adidas Skateboarding fall / winter collection, the Culver Vulc. The kicks come in a black suede build with touches of neon green on the heel, tongue, and outsole. You can now find the sneakers in Dusseldorf at Schuh-You.

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adidas Skateboarding | Fall / Winter 2009

Rocky Brown — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 22:23:20 +0000

San Francisco based sneaker shop Huf just got in four sneakers from the adidas Skateboarding fall 2009 sneaker collection. Included in the delivery is the adidas Busenitz Skate in black suede, white leather on a gum sole. Also, check out the adidas Campus Vulc Skate, which comes in shades of brown and orange in suede build.

Two adidas Ciero Skates are also included in recent releases of adidas Skateboarding sneakers.

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adidas Forum Mid x Nom de Guerre | Now Available

Rocky Brown — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 19:16:47 +0000

We first posted the Nom de Guerre adidas Forum Mid earlier in the summer. Since then the sneaker has released in a limited distribution. This week the sneakers saw a wider releaser with online availability at Stockholm based Sneakers N’ Stuff.

The kicks come in a grey colorway in a design inspired by vintage U.S. Military combat boots.

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adidas Originals Vulcanized Boot “Leopard” x Kazuki

Rocky Brown — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 04:29:18 +0000

In June we got a look the adidas Originals Vulcanized Boot designed by Japanese designer Kazuki. The kicks feature an upper with a leopard print on a pony hair upper. The kicks are now available at UNDFTD shops online and around the globe.

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adidas JS Wings x Jeremy Scott | Spring 2010

Rocky Brown — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 19:17:25 +0000

Yesterday we posted that the Jeremy Scott adidas Originals by Originals Pop-Up shop in London is now open. Scott is currently in London for fashion week and last night had a runway show for his upcoming collection. Nylon Magazine got a glimpse at an upcoming colorway of the now iconic adidas JS Wings. The kicks come in a metallic multi-colored colorway in shades of pink, yellow and blue. The kicks are expected to release as part of the adidas Originals by Originals Spring 2010 collection.

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Jeremy Scott x adidas “Pop Up Shop” London

Rocky Brown — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 04:32:58 +0000

London’s adidas shop No6 Newburgh Street has been transformed by Jeremy Scott to house his autumn / winter 2009 sneaker and apparel collection he created for adidas Originals by Originals collection. The shop is a Pop-Up and thus will only be open from the 19th of September to the 28th September 2009. So if you are in London check out the shop in person, if not check out the shop and the sneaker and apparel collection after the jump.

Scott designed the retail space himself and had this to say about the experience:

I AM SO EXCITED ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY TO CREATE A RETAIL ENVIRONMENT TO SHOWCASE MY OXO RANGE WITH ADIDAS AND FURTHER MORE TO BE ABLE TO DO SO IN LONDON ONE OF THE COOLEST CITIES IN THE WORLD !

ITS TRULY A DREAM COME TRUE !

No6 Newburgh St
London
W1F 7RG

Opening Hours:
Mon-Sat 10.30am to 6.30am
Sun 1pm to 5.30pm

Check out our previous post on the adidas Originals x Originals Jeremy Scott fall / winter 2009 collection.

Also check out this video of Jeremy Scott at the Pop-Up shop in London. In the video Scott talks about his perspective on design in general and specifically on this collection specifically.

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Adidas & Puma end 60 year Feud with Football Match

Rocky Brown — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 19:35:21 +0000

If you know about the history of adidas and Puma you are undoubtably aware of the feud between Adolf Dassler and Rudolf Dassler. In the 1920’s the two brothers created a company producing athletic footwear, however just after the end of the Second World War the company was dissolved.

In 1948, Adi Dassler set up adidas and Rudolf Dassler set up Puma in the Bavarian town of Herzogenaurach. The rivalry extended to the entire town based on employment.

Sadly the two brothers never reconciled their differences. However, the two companies they started are making peace with a friendly football match between the two companies in Herzogenaurach, where the rivalry is still alive. The event marks the first time the two companies have ever collaborated in their 60 year existence.

The match is set for tomorrow the 21st of September.

Today, neither side of the Dassler family plays a major role in either brand with Puma owned by French luxury conglomerate PPR and adidas is a publicly traded company with a diverse ownership.

via BBC News / flintsteel

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adidas Rod Laver Consortium Part 2 | Release

Rocky Brown — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 02:09:20 +0000

In August adidas gathered several world renowned sneaker shops to add their touch to the classic adidas Rod Laver. The shops that participated in that pack were UNDFTD, LimitEDitions, VA, and DQM. A fifth colorway released, the original “Grass Court” colorway of the adidas Rod Laver.

A second collection of sneaker shop edition Rod Lavers are now set to release tomorrow, the 19th of September. This time Canadian based Goodfoot, Berlin based Solebox, Copenhagen based Wood Wood, Shanghai based ACU, and Hong Kong based D-Mop have designed pairs.

Read our detailed post on the adidas Rod Laver Consortium Part 2.

In Southern California head to Long Beach based Proper who will have all the kicks in stock.

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adidas Skateboarding Campus Vulc “Diagonal” | Update

Rocky Brown — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 21:00:19 +0000

Back in July we previewed the release of the adidas Skateboarding Campus Mid Vulc “Diagonal”. The kicks were created in tandem with the Diagonal skate film, which documents skaters on the adidas Skateboarding European team.

The sneakers were designed by Mark Irving of Delphi in a suede and canvas upper resting on a vulcanized sole. The kicks come in a black, poppy red and pool blue colorway with a triangular diagonal design.

The adidas Skateboarding Campus Mid Vulc “Diagonal” is set to release in the first week of October. In the UK, you will be able to find them at Flatspot.

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adidas Nizza High x Dennis Busenitz

Rocky Brown — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 20:37:17 +0000

Back in July we reported the adidas Nizza High “Skateboarding Team” pack. The pack consists of three adidas Nizza Highs designed by Mark Gonzales, Dennis Busenitz, and Tim O’Connor of the adidas Skateboarding team.

Despite the connection with skateboarding, the sneakers are standard releases without any beefed skate enhancements.

The adidas Nizza High designed by Dennis Busenitz has just released and is available at NYC based sneaker shop DQM. The kicks come in a brown suede construction with pink leather strips.

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adidas Superstar II “Method Man”

Rocky Brown — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 03:04:51 +0000

As pioneering Hip Hop label Def Jam celebrates its 25th anniversary, it has hooked up with adidas to celebrate the milestone. Last week we the Adidas Superstar II “Redman” and adidas Forum Mid “Redman” released. This week Wu-Tang Clan member Method Man’s adidas Superstar II has released at such shops as Extra Butter.

The kicks come in a mix of suede and leather materials in a navy and marine blue colorway. The details on the kicks include Method Man’s likeness on the tongue,”Ticallion Stallion” on the heel tab, Method Man’s trademark upside down Wu-Tang Clan symbol on the heel, and Method Man on the heel of the sole.

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adidas TS Commander LT “Tim Duncan”

Rocky Brown — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 22:06:38 +0000

Like Kevin Garnett, Tim Duncan is a former Nike sponsored player who now hoops in adidas sneakers. Also, like Garnett, Duncan will play in the adidas TS Commander LT this coming season. The Tim Duncan colorway comes in San Antonio Spurs colors, black and silver. You can pick them up on the 9th of November for $100.

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Nike Conductor High “Tartan”

Rocky Brown — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 06:16:39 +0000

We just posted the adidas Conductor High “Herringbone”, a smart take on a classic pair of kicks. Now we have a look at the Conductor High in a similar style with selective use of tartan (plaid) on the heel and toe.

The tartan comes in brown while the leather comes in creamy light brown. The upper is given an added punch with bordeaux red accents on the tree stripes on the side panel.

You can find these classy kicks at the TGWO in Cologne for 109 euros.

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adidas Conductor High “Herringbone”

Rocky Brown — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 05:38:21 +0000

Here is an interesting material mix, leather and herringbone. Herringbone is an old school fabric, with wool as its base the fabric is known its v shaped woven design. The material has classically been used on suits and jackets now is seen on the adidas Conductor High.

The sneaker is constructed in back leather with white and black herringbone on the toebox, side panel, and tongue. The kicks also have dark chili red accents on the upper and side panel.

You can find the sneakers now in Cologne at The Good Will Out for 109 euros.

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adidas Concord High | Grey / Blue

Rocky Brown — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 04:01:20 +0000

The adidas Concord High, which dates back to 1983, just released as part of the adidas Originals fall 2009 collection. The kicks come in a grey, white, and blue colorway in a synthetic construction. You can find them now at Schuh-You.

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adidas SLVR 113

Rocky Brown — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 22:54:01 +0000

Here is the latest release from adidas a Chukka-esque sneaker with a futuristic flair. The adidas SLVR 113 comes in a premium black suede construction with a leather footbed and fully lined interior.

The sneakers are top notch and have a top notch price at $170, which you can find at adidas online shop.

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adidas Samba “Fixie”

Rocky Brown — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 22:33:37 +0000

adidas has transformed the classic Samba football sneaker into a cycling sneaker. The sneakers are not made for mellow freewheeling folks but intense fixed gear cycling.

The kicks are tweaked for cycling with a slimmer midsole and altered upper. The tongue features a gear logo and reads “Slam the hammer down!”

No word on when the sneakers will release.

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Redman x Adidas Forum Mid

tnblsb — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 08:31:36 +0000

In order to complete the latest of Def Jams 25th anniversary sneaker releases we bring you the second pair of the Redman Pack.
We already brought to you the Redman x Adidas Superstar II last week.

Today we put some light on the Redman x Adidas Forum mid wich comes in blue leather on the upper with white, red and gold accents.
The “R”, standing for Redman, is embroided in gold on the ankle. And like we have already seen on the Superstar II’s the Redman Print is featured on the tongue.

They are available at select Adidas Accounts including Proper.

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adidas Originals ZX 800 | Blue / Cardinal Red

Rocky Brown — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 20:37:21 +0000

The adidas Originals ZX 800 has just released in a navy, blue and cardinal colorway. The kicks feature a leather, suede and mesh material mix. You can find them now at Schuh You.

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adidas TS Commander LT PE Garnett “Boston Celtics”

Rocky Brown — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 00:13:52 +0000

Kevin Garnett is back from injury this year and ready to take the helm of the Boston Celtics. KG will be rocking the adidas TS Commander LT Garnett while on the court in this Boston Celtics colorway.

The sneakers feature a green midsole adorned with three leaf clovers with KG’s number 5 in the center. The heel and toe are constructed in green suede while the white leather is perforated.

Look for the sneakers to hit shops in November at shops such as the House of Hoops.

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Adidas Originals | Stan Smith Trefoil Mid Womens

tnblsb — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 11:34:12 +0000

Too bad these are only available in womens sizes.

The Adidas Stan Smith Trefoil Mid Womens sneaker was already released in white, purple and metallic gold. Now it is released in light grey suede, black patent leather and electric blue synthetics.
With the Velcro Strap on the ankle Adidas managed to make this a minimalist but still nice to watch sneaker.

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adidas Originals Nizza High “Flannel”

Rocky Brown — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 22:23:16 +0000

Here is a look at two adidas Nizza High in two fitting constructions for the fall season. The sneaker is constructed in flannel and leather, with one in red / black and the other in grey / black. You can find them now in Japan at styles.

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Redman x Adidas Superstar II

tnblsb — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 15:01:33 +0000

What is the result when you pair two classics? Right! Most likely another classic.

Adidas took the chance to design a sneaker for rap legend Redman. That for they have chosen the classic Superstar II model as base to build up from.
The sneakers upper is constructed in red suede – what else did you expect? With the white toecap and sole Adidas added just enough contrast that catches the eye. Speaking of the sole: The Outsole features red splatter in tribute to the iconic “Whut?” LP from Redman.

At the back “Funk Doc” is stitched below the Adidas Logo and “Redman” is featured at the midsole.
The obligatory three stripes are held in black. To round up this collaboration Redman is also printed on the tongue in silver and black.

There is no info on release date and availability known at this poitn. We will keep you updated with information as it gets available.

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adidas Y-3 Hayworth Mid II x Momo

Rocky Brown — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 07:13:08 +0000

Here is a look at the latest footwear collection from adidas and Yohji Yamamoto. Added to the creative mix is New York artist Momo who chose the color options for the sneakers. The kicks are set to drop on the 1st of October with only 350 pairs each colorway available globally.

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adidas Rod Laver Consortium Series | Drop 2

Rocky Brown — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 03:48:40 +0000

The first round of the adidas Rod Laver Consortium collection released last month with the participation of UNDFTD, LimitEDitions, VA, and DQM.

A second round of the adidas Rod Laver Consortium collection is now gearing to release later on this month. This time Shanghai based ACU, Hong Kong based, Canadian based Good Foot, Berlin based Solebox, and Copenhagen based Wood Wood too part in the design process.

ACU

Shanghai shop ACU’s entry to the collection, material wise is dominated by brown pony skin on the side panel and heel. The upper heel and lacestay are constructed in grey leather and the top two eyelets are gold platted. The heel patches on the kicks read Dusk and Dawn from left to right. On the heel it reads CLOT, the parent brand to ACU.

D-Mop

D-Mop’s entry comes in a metallic silver colorway on all sections of the sneakers with a white inner-lining and sole. In terms of material the kicks are constructed in leather and the sole tab reads D-Mop.

Goodfoot

Canadian sneaker shop Goodfoot comes in grey, with a dark grey wool and grey leather construction. The heel tab reads GDFT, the top eyelet is metal and the outsole is gum.

Solebox

Solebox has taken inspiration from hiking boots to construct their constribution the the pack. The sneakers have a classic look in dark sand suede dominated upper and feature a D-ring top eyelet. The inner lining and mesh tongue are colored in burgundy. The heel comes in silver with a reflective 3M coating. The heel tab reads Sole Lover.

Wood Wood

Wood Wood’s entry comes in a navy canvas construction with a nubuck lining. The heel tab features a “butterfly” logo and the sockliner features a collection of little logos giving the sneaker a unique feel.

All of the sneakers pictured will release on the 19th of September select sneaker shops with adidas Consortium accounts.