First teased during Wales Bonner's SS25 runway show last summer, the new Wales Bonner x adidas 'Karintha Sequin' is starting to shimmer in the spotlight. While it's flown under the radar since its first debut, we have now been presented with a closer look at this collaboration, just in time to heat up the spring sneaker conversation.
Add a little sparkle
As expected from the British designer's growing archive of expressive adidas reinventions, the Karintha Sequin doesn't hold back. This silhouette reimagines the classic adidas lines with a flamboyant twist, featuring a full sequin upper that dynamically catches the light.
The sequins refract moody black, brown, silver, and gold tones, giving the shoe an ever-changing energy. Beneath the shimmer lies a sleek, Y2K-inspired silhouette. The sole is slim and sculpted, while the upper has brown textile that forms the minimal three-stripe overlays, along with tonal accents on the heel tab and tongue.
The outsole gets a warped grid pattern interrupted by a single trefoil logo, tying retro minimalism to Bonner's contemporary vision.
Known for blending fashion-forward design with adidas heritage, Wales Bonner continues her run of bold, unisex sneakers. Following standout releases like the 'Silver Metallic Samba' and 'Pony Leopard', the Karintha takes that evolution further, subtle in silhouette, rich in detail, and unapologetically expressive.
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Though the official release date has not been announced yet, insiders suggest the Wales Bonner x adidas Karintha Sequin will hit European retailers by late April or early May 2025. Stay tuned to the Sneakerjagers news page for the latest updates.
Wales Bonner is a British-Jamaican menswear designer and the founder of her eponymous brand. Bonner is known for her tailored fits, drawing inspiration from both European and African cultures. In 2020, she collaborated with adidas for the first time—a partnership that has led to several successful releases, including the adidas Samba Pony Leo 'Dark Brown'.
Though the official release date has not been announced yet, insiders suggest the Wales Bonner x adidas Karintha Sequin will hit European retailers by late April or early May 2025. Stay tuned to the Sneakerjagers news page for the latest updates.
