Satin, Suede, and Serenity: Wales Bonner's Elegant Remake of adidas's DNA

Another season, another eagerly anticipated meeting of minds as adidas Originals and Wales Bonner unveil the newest collaboration. For the Autumn/Winter 2025 drop, the German sportswear giant and the celebrated British designer again delve deep into the territory where athletic history meets cultural roots, giving us a collection focused entirely on expert craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and superior materials.

Wales Bonner reexamines the core of adidas's heritage, translating sports principles into refined, tailored elegance. From tracksuits and tops to sophisticated jackets, every garment is both meticulously planned and richly communicative. The accessories follow suit, taking timeless adidas concepts and turning them into standout pieces; the leather bowling bags, for instance, transform traditional sporting shapes into striking sculptural items.

The footwear, of course, demands attention. The now legendary WB Karintha Lo strides back into the limelight for its third outing. We've seen it in suede and sequins, and now it shines, reborn in satin. This shoe truly pushes the boundaries of what an adidas trainer can achieve. The story of the Karintha keeps evolving, stretching the possibilities of the footwear landscape. By the way, don’t forget to download The Sole Supplier app to stay on top of all the latest news from the world of sneakers and more.

Joining it is a lineup of reworked Trefoil stalwarts. The WB Japan steps out in a surprising lavender colour. A strange choice at first glance, perhaps, until you recall that this soothing, gentle purple has long represented calmness and spiritual clarity. The WB Superstar anchors the collection firmly in its iconic sporting past but does so through a perspective that emphasises skilled production. Even the WB Adilette slide gets an upgrade, showcasing a distinctly human, considered touch.

This whole assembly, which embodies both substance and personality, is showcased in a compelling campaign. Photographer Chris Rhodes captures an unconventional cast of people, including Gene Gallagher, Alva Claire, Shim Mheuka, and Bebe Parnell. These portraits champion a fresh wave of nonconformist energy, deftly interweaving individual experiences. Genuine, unpolished, and intensely individual, each picture breathes fresh meaning into the pieces.

You can get your hands on the adidas Originals by Wales Bonner Autumn/Winter 2025 collection worldwide starting 31st October on adidas.com, through the Confirmed app, and at selected stockists. Keep following The Sole Supplier for more.