Herzogenaurach, April 2018
adidas Originals and Pharrell Williams proceed their collaborative Hu sequence for Fall/Winter 2018, reiterating their widespread perception that, via sport, all of us have the facility to rework lives. In describing the gathering, Pharrell expresses his fondness for the peaceable, meditative nature of working. He seeks to mix the efficiency breakthroughs of adidas with the fearless colours, daring patterns, and stylistic aptitude of East Africa, the place working is deeply ingrained in tradition.
Pharrell’s unparalleled cultural attain and deep connection to creativity is embodied in two unique types of footwear and one piece of attire. The gathering is expressed in assured tones of aqua, scarlet, yellow, collegiate inexperienced, and collegiate purple. adidas Primeknit materials is reimagined to evoke a naïve, handmade sensibility—contrasted with the acquainted adidas toolings and the established aesthetic markers of the collaboration.
The Pharrell Williams SOLARHU NMD evolves the long-lasting NMD type with a brand new, trail-inspired outsole and ribbed Primeknit cloth that evokes intricate weaving strategies in a conflict of colours. Contrasting black-on-white patches—impressed by working bibs—are emblazoned on the entrance of every pair and have coordinated slogans like “MOTHER” and “LAND” or “EMPOWER” and “INSPIRE” or the Swahili phrases “MIELE” (perpetually) and “MBELE” (ahead), all spelled out in alphanumeric textual content. The shoe additionally affords a TPU lace cage realized in complementary colours and a midsole comprised of Enhance, adidas’ revolutionary energy-returning materials.
On the identical time, the lately launched Tennis Hu is subtly reimagined with its East African inspiration in thoughts. Most strikingly, the sample variations of its Primeknit uppers are designed to conjure a hand-crafted feel and appear. The shoe additionally options an EVA™ midsole, suede overlays at its heel and toebox, a singular lacing mechanism, and leatherized eye-stay lace holders.
Lastly, the Pharrell Williams SOLARHU TT FZ Jacket combines adidas innovation and the gathering’s stylistic codes into a light-weight, double-layered, woven monitor prime. The gathering marks the start of a Pharrell Williams SOLARHU journey that can in the end embody efficiency as effectively.
As Pharrell explains: “Africa is an exquisite continent and the origin of civilization. Working is a state of meditation. Why not return to the motherland and take inspiration from such a vivid and wealthy tradition? Why not create a tribute to this unbelievable sport?”
Genperiodl Launch
The adidas Originals by Pharrell Williams SOLARHU assortment is accessible August 18, 2018 at adidas
Originals flagship shops, choose retailers, and on-line.
PHARRELL WILLIAMS SOLARHU NMD
Primeknit higher enhance™ midsole
Signature Pharrell TPU lace cage
Pharrell Williams adidas branding
RRP 250€ / $250
PHARRELL WILLIAMS SOLARHU TENNIS V2
Primeknit higher
EVA™ midsole
Distinctive signature lacing mechanism
Pharrell Williams adidas branding
RRP 130€ / $130
PHARRELL WILLIAMS SOLARHU TT FZ JACKET
Light-weight double layered woven tracktop
RRP 200€ / $200
CAMPAIGN CREDITS
PHOTOGRAPHER: VIVIANE SASSEN
