belgian fashion designer raf simons has teamed up with adidas once again to provide a new rendition of the iconic ozweego silhouette set to release later this month. featuring soles coated in mirrored TPU film, the sneaker range forms part of an upcoming collection which the sportswear giant describes as being ‘reminiscent of the ‘70s glam rock era.’

raf simons unveils chrome-covered ozweego sneaker for adidas designboom

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the original silhouette from the late ’90s was reintroduced by simons in 2013, featuring a mixture of smooth leather, mesh and a robust performance sole. its latest iteration adds chrome silver detailing which highlights the lower half.

raf simons unveils chrome-covered ozweego sneaker for adidas designboom

 

 

as described by adidas, the upcoming collection is ‘reminiscent of the ‘70s glam rock era that was central to raf simon’s inspiration for the season.’ the shoes are available in six colourways – black, grey, red, blue, cream and pink – all maintaining the silhouette’s heavily panelled upper design. see a detailed look at the full collection below and look out for them online at adidas.com as well as select retailers on from may 23rd.

raf simons unveils chrome-covered ozweego sneaker for adidas designboom

raf simons unveils chrome-covered ozweego sneaker for adidas designboom

raf simons unveils chrome-covered ozweego sneaker for adidas designboom

raf simons unveils chrome-covered ozweego sneaker for adidas designboom

raf simons unveils chrome-covered ozweego sneaker for adidas designboom