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    Beginner's Guide to adidas Sneakers

    An overview of the iconic German sportswear brand. Spanning sneakers, collaborations and more.

    Author: Graeme Campbell Updated On: June 20, 2024
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    adidas x Gucci

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    Adidas x Gucci Wmns Gazelle 'Pink Velvet'
    Adidas x Gucci Wmns Gazelle 'Pink Velvet'
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    Adidas x Gucci Gazelle 'Green Suede'
    Adidas x Gucci Gazelle 'Green Suede'
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    Gucci x Wmns Gazelle 'Green GG Monogram'
    Gucci x Wmns Gazelle 'Green GG Monogram'
    04
    Gucci x Gazelle 'GG Monogram'
    Gucci x Gazelle 'GG Monogram'

    adidas x Balenciaga

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    Balenciaga x Adidas Wmns Triple S Sneaker 'White Red'
    Balenciaga x Adidas Wmns Triple S Sneaker 'White Red'
    02
    Balenciaga x Adidas Wmns Triple S Sneaker 'White Blue'
    Balenciaga x Adidas Wmns Triple S Sneaker 'White Blue'
    03
    Balenciaga x Adidas Wmns Speed Sneaker 'Black'
    Balenciaga x Adidas Wmns Speed Sneaker 'Black'
    04
    Balenciaga x Adidas Speed Sneaker 'White Blue'
    Balenciaga x Adidas Speed Sneaker 'White Blue'

    adidas x Prada

    01
    Adidas x Prada Forum 'White'
    Adidas x Prada Forum 'White'
    02
    Adidas x Prada Forum 'Black'
    Adidas x Prada Forum 'Black'
    03
    Prada x A+P Luna Rossa 21 'Cloud White'
    Prada x A+P Luna Rossa 21 'Cloud White'
    04
    Prada x Luna Rossa 21 'Matte Silver'
    Prada x Luna Rossa 21 'Matte Silver'

    adidas x Bad Bunny

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    Bad Bunny x Campus 'Wild Moss'
    Bad Bunny x Campus 'Wild Moss'
    02
    Bad Bunny x Campus 'Light'
    Bad Bunny x Campus 'Light'
    03
    Bad Bunny x Forum Buckle Low 'Last Forum'
    Bad Bunny x Forum Buckle Low 'Last Forum'
    04
    Bad Bunny x Forum Buckle Low 'Blue Tint'
    Bad Bunny x Forum Buckle Low 'Blue Tint'

    adidas x Yu-Gi-Oh

    01
    Yu-Gi-Oh! x ADI2000 'Yugi's World'
    Yu-Gi-Oh! x ADI2000 'Yugi's World'
    02
    Yu-Gi-Oh! x ADI2000 'Blue Eyes White Dragon'
    Yu-Gi-Oh! x ADI2000 'Blue Eyes White Dragon'
    03
    Yu-Gi-Oh! x ADI2000 'Dark Magician'
    Yu-Gi-Oh! x ADI2000 'Dark Magician'
    04
    Yu-Gi-Oh! x Reptossage Slide 'Blue Eyes White Dragon'
    Yu-Gi-Oh! x Reptossage Slide 'Blue Eyes White Dragon'

    adidas x Pharrell

    01
    Pharrell x NMD Human Race 'Black'
    Pharrell x NMD Human Race 'Black'
    02
    Pharrell x NMD Human Race 'Animal Print - Pulse Amber'
    Pharrell x NMD Human Race 'Animal Print - Pulse Amber'
    03
    Pharrell x NMD Human Race 'Core White'
    Pharrell x NMD Human Race 'Core White'
    04
    BBC Ice Cream x Pharrell x NMD Human Race 'Running Dog'
    BBC Ice Cream x Pharrell x NMD Human Race 'Running Dog'

    adidas x Raf Simons

    01
    Raf Simons x Ozweego 'Mirrored - Black'
    Raf Simons x Ozweego 'Mirrored - Black'
    02
    Raf Simons x Ozweego 'Mirrored - Clear Pink'
    Raf Simons x Ozweego 'Mirrored - Clear Pink'
    03
    Raf Simons x Stan Smith 'Cream White'
    Raf Simons x Stan Smith 'Cream White'
    04
    Raf Simons x Stan Smith 'Powder Blue'
    Raf Simons x Stan Smith 'Powder Blue'

    adidas x Dragon Ball Z

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    Dragon Ball Z x ZX 500 RM 'Son Goku'
    Dragon Ball Z x ZX 500 RM 'Son Goku'
    02
    Dragon Ball Z x Yung-1 'Frieza'
    Dragon Ball Z x Yung-1 'Frieza'
    03
    Dragon Ball Z x Deerupt 'Son Gohan'
    Dragon Ball Z x Deerupt 'Son Gohan'
    04
    Dragon Ball Z x Kamanda 'Majin Buu'
    Dragon Ball Z x Kamanda 'Majin Buu'

    adidas x Game of Thrones

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    Game Of Thrones x UltraBoost 4.0 'White Walkers'
    Game Of Thrones x UltraBoost 4.0 'White Walkers'
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    Game of Thrones x UltraBoost 4.0 'House Targaryen Dragons'
    Game of Thrones x UltraBoost 4.0 'House Targaryen Dragons'
    03
    Game of Thrones x UltraBoost 4.0 'House Stark'
    Game of Thrones x UltraBoost 4.0 'House Stark'
    04
    Game Of Thrones x Wmns UltraBoost 4.0 'House Targaryen'
    Game Of Thrones x Wmns UltraBoost 4.0 'House Targaryen'
    Samba Classic 'Core Black'
    Samba Classic 'Core Black'
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    Samba Classic 'White'
    Samba Classic 'White'
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    Yeezy Slides 'Pure' 2021 Re-Release
    Yeezy Slides 'Pure' 2021 Re-Release
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    Yeezy Foam Runner 'Ararat'
    Yeezy Foam Runner 'Ararat'
    How to Style Yeezys   

    Who is the creative director of adidas?

    Alasdhair Willis was appointed Chief Creative Officer of adidas in 2022. Willis’ remit is for “shaping, defining, and shepherding the creative direction” for adidas’ three key pillars: Performance, Originals and Sportswear.

    When did adidas start? 

    adidas was started on August 18, 1949 in Herzogenaurach, Germany.

    Who started adidas?

    Adolf "Adi" Dassler started adidas following a fallout with his brother and eventual PUMA founder, Rudolf Dassler.

    Where to buy adidas sneakers?

    You can buy adidas on GOAT. Explore a selection of adidas sneakers here.

    How to tell if adidas is fake? 

    GOAT uses machine-learning technology, digital authentication, in-hand verification or a combination of these methods to determine if sneakers are fake or real. By doing so, we seek to ensure the adidas sneakers you purchase are both authentic and as-described.

    When do new adidas shoes come out? 

    adidas frequently releases sneakers in new colorways and designs. Recent and upcoming adidas releases include:

    How to clean adidas sneakers? 

    adidas sneakers typically react well to most specialist cleaning agents, but this is dependent on the materials. For more information, consult our How to Clean Sneakers Guide.

    What are some notable adidas collabs?

    Popular adidas collaborations include: 

    Shop adidas Shoes

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    Samba OG 'White Black Gum'
    Samba OG 'White Black Gum'
    02
    Samba OG 'Black Gum'
    Samba OG 'Black Gum'
    03
    Forum 84 Low 'Off White Brown'
    Forum 84 Low 'Off White Brown'
    04
    UltraBoost 1.0 DNA 'White Black'
    UltraBoost 1.0 DNA 'White Black'
    05
    NMD_R1 'Triple Black'
    NMD_R1 'Triple Black'
    06
    Bad Bunny x Campus 'Light'
    Bad Bunny x Campus 'Light'
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