Adidas

Adidas is a global athletic footwear and apparel brand founded in 1949 by Adolf Dassler in Germany. Known for its iconic Three Stripe logo, Adidas has shaped sneaker culture with models like the Superstar and Stan Smith, while pioneering technologies such as Boost cushioning and Primeknit uppers that enhance comfort and performance. Fans return for Adidas sneakers because it combines technical innovation with cultural relevance, often collaborating with designers like Bad Bunny and Pharrell Williams, and athletes like Anthony Edwards and Lionel Messi, combining sport and style.

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Larry June x Adidas Adistar Control 5 'Watermelon Smoothie'
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How to Buy Larry June's Adidas Adistar Control 5 Collab

The 'Watermelon Smoothie' Adistar Control 5 releases tomorrow.

Victor Deng3 days ago
Counterfeit sneakers and other streetwear in Arcadia, California, warehouse raided by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
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$10 Million of Counterfeit Nike, Adidas, and Fear of God Streetwear Found in California Warehouse

Deputies and federal agents found over 26,000 counterfeit items.

Trey Alston5 days ago
Jennie x Adidas Superstar Sq Ballet
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How to Buy the Jennie x Adidas Superstar SQ Ballet on Complex

Jennie's two Adidas Superstar SQ Ballet colorways are available now.

Victor Deng7 days ago
Jennie.
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Jennie Launches Adidas Originals Collection Inspired by 'Softness and Restraint' of Ballet

The BLACKPINK vocalist celebrated 'adidas Originals by JENNIE' at a West Hollywood event just days before the collection's release.

Jalen Williams Adidas Tokyo
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Jalen Williams Confirms Signature Shoe and Speaks on the Importance of Asia Tours

Complex sat down with Jalen Williams in Tokyo for an exclusive interview.

Ben Felderstein14 days ago
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Hellstar co-founder Sean "Seanie" Holland discusses the past, present, and future of his streetwear brand ahead of ComplexCon 2026.
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How Hellstar Became One of the Most Influential Brands in Modern Streetwear

Ahead of a Tupac collab at ComplexCon 2026, Hellstar co-founder Sean “Seanie” Holland discusses the past, present, and future of his six-year-old clothing brand in a rare interview.

Mike DeStefano15 days ago
Adidas Harden Vol. 11
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James Harden Previews Next Adidas Signature Sneaker

Here's a first look at the Adidas Harden Vol. 11.

Victor Deng15 days ago
A pair of black and gray athletic shoes with a textured, net-like design and red "F5088" text on the side.
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Adidas x Bad Bunny F50 Ghost Sprint Now Available on Complex

The latest collab from the Puerto Rican superstar and Adidas has landed on Complex.

Complex Staff15 days ago
A gray Adidas sneaker with a textured mesh upper, brown laces, and metallic silver accents on the side and heel.
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Adidas x Brain Dead Barricade 13 Now Available on Complex

The two brands have teamed up for the new Barricade 13 tennis shoes.

Complex Staff15 days ago
Jalen Williams J-Dub Tour
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Jalen Williams Confirms His Adidas Signature Sneaker

JDub shared exclusive info with Complex about his first signature model with Adidas.

Victor Deng17 days ago
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Awake NY x Air Jordan 6
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Supreme x Nike Air Max 2001 Ecstasy, Awake NY x Air Jordan 6, and Other Sneakers Releasing This Week

The Awake NY x Air Jordan 6 headlines this week's best drops.

Victor Deng17 days ago
The 6 Best Adidas Sneakers to Buy Right Now
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The Best Adidas Sneakers to Buy Right Now on Complex

From 1960s archives remade with indigo denim to Willy Chavarria runway design, here are the top Three Stripes styles available on Complex now.

Oruny Choi18 days ago
From Adidas to Nike, Every Kobe Bryant Signature Sneaker, Ranked
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Every Nike and Adidas Kobe Bryant Signature Sneaker, Ranked

From his early Adidas signatures like The Kobe and KB8, to Nike like the Kobe 4 and Kobe 8, we've ranked each of Kobe Bryant's signature models.

Sole Collector21 days ago

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