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Music icon, tastemaker, and now-head of men’s fashion at Louis Vuitton, Pharrell Williams, still finds time between his busy schedule to work with long-time partner adidas on footwear releases. While the output from the duo has most definitely slowed down, with 2024 playing host to only two different drops from Pharrell’s Human Race line, one being a Samba Collection and the other his take on the Adizero Adios Pro Evo 1, 2025 will see a brand-new model from Williams. Previewed at Paris Fashion Week is the all-new adidas Jellyfish silhouette.
The model takes inspiration from chunky dad shoes and mesh runners, more specifically the Adistar Cushion 3. Three-dimensional cut-outs and TPU panels are on the midfoot, extending from the lightweight mesh base to form koi fish-like black, cream, and orange patterns. The aquatic, fish-like inspiration is quite apparent from the back, as these organically shaped panels appear to have gill-like designs.
When viewed from the top, the model almost resembles a Balenciaga Triple S with its chunky and enlarged proportions and the thick rope lacing system. Along the tongue, we can see custom Jellyfish branding alongside adidas and Virgina logos, the latter a nod to the home state of Pharrell Williams. These same designs also grace the insole. The cream foam midsole finishes the design paired with a black rubber outsole.
The Pharrell Williams x adidas Adistar Jellyfish Focus Olive Orange will release via a raffle on Pharrell's Virginia website on August 14 and 15. A wider release via adidas is slated for August 23. Available in men’s sizing, the retail price is set at $300. Download the Sole Retriever mobile app to stay updated on the latest releases, raffles, news, and more in the sneaker and streetwear world.
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