Get on first-name terms with the Falcon
It’s the new nineties-inspired sneaker from adidas that’s a mix of running shoe and rebellious design spirit
It’s hard to believe that just a few years ago sneakers were reserved for solely for weekends and gym bags. These days they’re not only ever-present – an acceptable footwear choice for evenings, offices and everywhere in between – but also much-coveted fashion pieces. And it won’t have escaped your notice (or your Instagram feed, for that matter) that the shape of choice for fashion’s most stylish right now is oversized and impactful. It’s a look that shows no sign of disappearing any time soon, so we suggest you get involved. And who better to capture the moment than some true sneaker experts?
Adidas has been splashing its signature three stripes across footwear for nearly seventy years, honing its technical skills to create precision high-performance footwear for athletes and sports fans alike. But its team knows a thing or two about style as well as function; the iconic German label is responsible for some of the best-known sneaker silhouettes of all time: the Gazelle, the Stan Smith, the Superstar. The latest shape that you’ll want to get on first-name terms with? The Falcon.
A modern take on a nineties classic, the Falcon is a brilliant hybrid of running shoe and design informed by the rebellious spirit of its era. It’s got the chunky cushioned sole that gives it of-the-moment appeal – not to mention the added benefit of keeping you comfortable all day – and it’s conjured in statement-making color combinations, placing the focus squarely on fashion rather than function.
Of course, the best thing about sneakers is their anywhere, anytime versatility; the fact that they’ll slip seamlessly into any look or trend a season offers up. For FW18, that means wearing yours with swishy wide-leg trousers and colorful knits, or using them to lend a relaxed air to your most ladylike pleated skirts and button-up blouses, or bring cool-girl edge to your ever-growing collection of midi dresses. And because the Falcon is dreamed up in Instagram-ready technicolor rather than pristine white, it’s the fastest way to add high-impact flair to your trusty denim too. That’s real versatility. So grab them in as many shades as you can and mix and match with everything in your closet.