Enter the Bad Bunny x adidas Archive
Many silhouettes from adidas' archive have been repurposed by Benito, starting with theAdiracer. The 2000s sneaker is seen here in three different forms: the Adiracer Low, Adiracer, and a collaboration with Mercedes AMG-PETRONAS on the Adiracer GT. We spotted the first pair during ashootfor the unveiling of Bad Bunny's F1 partnership while the second appears for the first time as a tribute to Monaco, the original name of the high-top. As for the Adiracer GT, its futuristic, layered build favors a mostly-black presentation and includes nods to the trio across the center of the shoe.
The only shoe adidas did not offer a proper look at is theBadBo. A blurry image of the new low-top model sees what looks like brown overlays create white segments at the lateral. Next up is the Caverunner and Superteam Cavehiker, both of which don sculpted shapes that are reminiscent of the adidas YEEZY design language while being, based on the names, created for outdoor exploration. TheGSG9boot has received the Bad Bunny treatment as well, with the military boot utilizing a contemporary upper and featuring 'adidas para Bad Bunny' text towards the collar. Two versions of the adidas Radiante V2 see a sock-like base covered by molded overlays and the Three Stripes. The adidas Reptossage slide has also been reworked, bringing Bad Bunny's signature 'El Ojo' eye graphic to the strap. Completing this section is the Tradi V1, which features a mixed material build with unique linework and geometry scattered throughout.
Four familiar faces were also highlighted within the exhibit. TheForum, this time in Forum 84 form, takes the shoe's signature shape and applies a variety of TPU overlays to it. Meanwhile, theGazelle Indooris back for more action. Pictured first is an unreleased light brown version of the sneaker with 'benito' branding at the lateral heel. Its golden yellow counterpart is a tribute to Bad Bunny's hometown of Vega Baja. The pair is said to be releasing in two weeks as a regional exclusive to Puerto Rico, expanding the 'City Series' pack. Two more iterations of theResponse CLmake an appearance as well, donning looks of orange and yellow, as well as black, white, and brown. Completing this lineup is the newest of the four, the Bad Bunny x adidas Adizero SL72. Introduced late last year, it's clear that plenty more colorways are on the way, including a neopolitan-esque version of the shoe.
Outside of the many sneakers on display, two apparel capsules were teased too. First is a seven-piece range made in collaboration with Mercedes AMG-PETRONAS. Included is a matching set of a gray jacket and pants with frayed detailing, a navy sport jacket, two branded tees, and a yellow cap with matching gloves. The in-line Bad Bunny x adidas clothing involves three sets in gray and navy, as well as a t-shirt and sock design.
Which pairs do you hope make it to retail shelves? The Bad Bunny x adidas 'The Archive' exhibit opens to the public in Puerto Rico on August 6, with even more designs featured than what's shown off here. Stay tuned for updates regarding everything Bad Bunny x adidas and enjoy the exclusive imagery here. You can also check out the social video embedded below for more.
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