adidas Originals by Wales Bonner Launches Spring/Summer 2026 Collection
adidas Originals and Wales Bonner reunite for Spring/Summer 2026, unveiling a refined yet expressive collection that continues to redefine the intersection of sport, heritage, and contemporary luxury. The latest drop stands as a harmonious fusion of aesthetic codes—where football culture meets elevated craftsmanship.
At its core, the collection unfolds through two interconnected narratives: football as a lifestyle influence and football as a performance-driven expression. Together, they create a cohesive vision that is both nostalgic and forward-thinking.
The Lifestyle Collection
The lifestyle offering builds on the duo’s established visual language, presenting footwear that leans into elegance, texture, and archival inspiration.
Leading the lineup is the WB Karintha, reimagined with a black leather upper and cognac toe overlay—a nod to early adidas football silhouettes. This refined palette extends to the WB Gazelle Snake, which features a faux snake leather upper, while the WB Gazelle Pony introduces a tactile pony hair finish with bold contrasting stripes.
Bridging performance and luxury, the WB Adizero Adios merges running heritage with artisanal detailing. Brown leather and suede overlays are paired with intricate stitching and a hand-woven leather tongue, highlighting the collection’s commitment to craftsmanship.
The footwear range is completed by a woven leather iteration of the WB Karintha, handcrafted in Brazil and first revealed during the Wales Bonner Spring/Summer 2026 runway show.
Complementing the footwear are key apparel pieces, including a pink interlocked twill track top, an off-white lightweight crinkle ripstop jacket, and a brown Beckenbauer track pant—each designed to echo the collection’s balance of sport and sophistication.
The On-Pitch Collection
In anticipation of the FIFA World Cup 2026, the on-pitch collection delivers a bold reinterpretation of adidas football’s iconic Predator boot.
The Wales Bonner Predator stands out with its snake print upper, dark brown accents, and a cognac leather tongue. Silver mirrored stripes add a striking finish, referencing earlier collaborative designs while pushing the silhouette into new territory.
The performance range also includes a snake print football and a full kit featuring tonal white crests, Three Stripes branding, and vibrant floral graphics—blending tradition with expressive flair.
The Campaign
Captured by Harley Weir, the campaign brings the collection’s storytelling to life through rich, layered visuals. Set within an intricately styled interior, the imagery highlights the contrast between performance and lifestyle.
Featuring rising football talent Myles Lewis-Skelly, the campaign underscores the evolving narrative of football culture—where identity, fashion, and sport intersect.
Further extending the visual storytelling, artists Deo Suveera and Pamela Dmitrov present a still life series that focuses on the intricate materials and craftsmanship behind each silhouette.
Availability
The Spring/Summer 2026 adidas by Wales Bonner collection launched globally on 17 April and is available via adidas retail platforms, including adidas.co.za.
Blending heritage sportswear with elevated design language, this latest collaboration continues to push boundaries—cementing adidas Originals and Wales Bonner as one of the most compelling partnerships in modern fashion.
