adidas NEWS STREAM : adidas Originals Introduces Four New Colorways For The Continental 80 Silhouette — news.adidas.com


 (Herzogenaurach, Germany)—adidas Originals continues the revival of the archival Continental 80 model this month, presenting the casual silhouette from 1986 in four new essential colorways.In keeping with the shoe’s classic ‘80s aesthetic, this latest release retains the Continental 80 model’s classic leather upper and rubber cupsole construction. Other elements also hark back to the design aesthetic of the era, such as perforation marks on the toebox and sides, a branded ‘window’ below the lace eyelets featuring the Trefoil logo, and two-tone webbing tape along the sides. An EVA midsole provides timeless comfort to complement the rubber cupsole, while Trefoil logo branding on the heel, tongue and midsole complete the picture. Offered in maroon, grey, navy and yellow colorways, the finished product is a classic archival adidas release that brings the enduring appeal of ‘80s Court style into a modern context. The Continental 80’s four new styles will be available globally at adidas stores, adidas.com and select retailers on November 1st. About adidas OriginalsInspired by the rich sporting heritage of adidas – one of the world’s leading sports brands and a global designer and developer of athletic footwear and apparel ­­– adidas Originals is a lifestyle brand founded in 2001. With the adidas archive at its foundation, adidas Originals continues to evolve the brand’s legacy through its commitment to product innovation and its ability to filter the creativity and courage found on courts and sporting arenas through the lens of contemporary youth culture. Marked by the iconic Trefoil logo that was first used in 1972 and championed by those that continue to shape and define creative culture, adidas Originals continues to lead the way as the pioneering sportswear brand for the street.

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