Adidas Originals By Wales Bonner Is Rooted In Refined Simplicity
In the latest release of adidas Originals by Wales Bonner, the fashion designer reframes her soulful take on sportswear with the quiet beauty of the 1990s
London-based brand Wales Bonner reimagines adidas Originals’ signature ‘Samba’ sneaker in four neutral colorways as an extension of the brands’ FW23 sportswear collection. With the previous collaboration defined by a bold, ’70s palette and the designer Grace Wales Bonner’s British-Jamaican heritage, this season’s pieces are transported to the simplicity of the 1990s. Through a distinctly modern lens, adidas Originals by Wales Bonner combines feminine and masculine elements with nostalgic soccer style, while referencing the patina of classic portraiture by Barkley L. Hendricks to create a wearable collection that is rooted in quiet beauty.
Cut from soft cotton and breathable, technical fabrics, the adidas Originals by Wales Bonner collection features tracksuits, training jackets, sweat pants, shorts and knitwear in an understated palette of burgundy, cream, light blue and black. Wearable, earth-tone colors embody the fall mood, while elegant, streamlined designs deliver a refined take on athleisure.
“Through a distinctly modern lens, adidas Originals by Wales Bonner combines feminine and masculine elements with nostalgic soccer style. This season’s pieces are transported to the simplicity of the 1990s
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The blue-striped sweatshirt is an easy piece to take you from work to the weekend; the subtle retro feel, sharp collar and soft silky finish beautifully complements a crisp pair of black, wide-leg pants when paired with simple flats or leather boots. When running errands on relaxed days, layer the sweatshirt over a bodysuit, half-tucked into jeans, and finish with sneakers for an off-duty look with laid-back polish. For an elegant after-dark wist, style with a silk maxi skirt and barely-there heels.
The burgundy tracksuit is another key piece with city-styling potential. Slip the richly hued set over a gym kit, then step into the matching ‘Samba’ sneakers for a cool, tonal look. Ideal for daytime errands, coffee meetings or lounging at home, it’s equally poised for a fitness class or as part a chic outfit while traveling.
Reminiscent of traditional soccer boots, the four new ‘Samba’ sneakers come in a clean silhouette with an exaggerated tongue, striking blue lining and comfortable gum soles for indoor training. The versatile black and beige versions are designed with a pony-hair and leather upper, and contrast stitching to add a directional spin on the classic sneakers, while the sumptuous burgundy colorway is cut with a suede toe box and nylon upper. Offering a contemporary point of difference from previous styles, the tactile fabrication encourages eclectic styling with tailoring or dresses.
While the essence of the collection is in ’90s minimalism, the leopard-print ‘Samba’ offers a palette cleanser dedicated to maverick style. With a pony-hair and leather upper, black laces and discrete, cream-colored logos from both brands, it has the power to perfectly punctuate muted styling with a disruptive element or enhance a maximalist look with added depth.
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