In 1945 author and illustrator Tove Jansson introduced the world to a family of adventurous, untroubled trolls via the now iconic Finnish comic strip. While the group of hippopotamus-like characters have decorated storybook pages for decades, the fairy-tale family has since jumped from picture books to uppers of the adidas Originals teams’ latest collaborative collection.
Featuring a quartet of footwear options from the vast corners of the German sportswear brand’s extensive archives, a mix of neutrals and vibrant pastels stretch across the collection. Both the Stan Smith and adidas Nizza enjoy a supple cream canvas base layer with the low-top indulging in a cork midsole and brown accents while the platform proposition draws the Scandinavian characters across the entirety of the upper in jet-black ink. The Hyperturf in contrast mimics its outdoorsy appeal through an olive and Moominvalley-inspired ensemble with removable charms whereas the Cork Adilette Slide pairs lime green with sky blue across its bandage.
Currently available overseas in Japan, sit tight while we await details regarding a stateside release. In the meantime, enjoy official imagery of the entire Tove Jansson Moomin x adidas Originals collection below.
In other news, the return of the Nike Air Flight Huarache “Nike Gear” takes inspiration from the early 90s aerobic outfit trends.
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Moomin x adidas Stan Smith
Release Date: Apr 27th, 2023 (Thursday)
Color: Core White/Core White/Clay Strata
Womens: $125 Style Code: ID6646
North AmericaApr 27th, 2023 (Thursday)
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Moomin x adidas Nizza Platform Mid
Release Date: Apr 27th, 2023 (Thursday)
Color: Core White/Core Black/Off White
Womens: $95 Style Code: ID4205
North AmericaApr 27th, 2023 (Thursday)
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Moomin x adidas Hyperturf Adventure
Release Date: Mar 18th, 2023 (Saturday)
Color: Chalky Brown/Supplier Colour/Dark Brown
Mens: $140 Style Code: HQ8949
North AmericaMar 18th, 2023 (Saturday)
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Moomin x adidas Adilette Slide
Release Date: Apr 27th, 2023 (Thursday)
Color: Blue Fusion/Blue Fusion/Gum
Womens: $55 Style Code: ID4207
North AmericaApr 27th, 2023 (Thursday)
