Wales Bonner and adidas Originals have announced their Spring/Summer 2026 collaboration, featuring a $600 handcrafted Karintha Basketry sneaker. The lineup includes exotic animal-inspired uppers and new apparel pieces, set to launch globally on April 17. The collection blends athletic heritage with artisanal Brazilian leather-weaving techniques.
Wales Bonner and adidas Originals continue their partnership with the SS26 collection, headlined by the Karintha Basketry. This $600 sneaker showcases handcrafted basket-weave leather uppers made in Brazil, drawing on traditional techniques. Originally unveiled in 2025 with textile and sequined versions, it now elevates luxury through tactile details reminiscent of high-end weaves like Bottega Veneta’s intrecciatto, as noted in coverage by Hypebeast. The footwear range expands with the WB Gazelle Snake, WB Gazelle Pony, and WB Adizero Adios, all featuring Wales Bonner signatures such as animal prints, leather textures, and contrast stitching. Pony hair and snakeskin treatments add to the unconventional luxury appeal on classic adidas silhouettes like the Gazelle. Apparel complements the sneakers with cobranded floral jerseys, retro track jackets in pink and white, and a brown Beckenbauer track pant. The full Spring/Summer 2026 lineup becomes available on April 17 at adidas.com, through Confirmed, and select retailers worldwide.
