In the latest highlight from the Wales Bonner x adidas Spring/Summer 2026 collection, Grace Wales Bonner has unveiled a hand-woven leather version of the Karintha sneaker-sandal, crafted in Brazil. It combines a wavy adidas sporty sole with a rustic handmade upper, exemplifying the collaboration's blend of artisanal craft and athletic heritage. Other pieces include pony hair Gazelles and Adios runners; the full collection launches April 17, with select highlights like this on April 27.
Building on the SS26 collection announced earlier this week—which features basket-weave Karintha sneakers, animal-print Gazelles, Adios runners, and apparel like floral jerseys—the Karintha sneaker-sandal receives the most transformative update. Previously known for textile and wavy-sole designs that helped popularize the Samba in this partnership, the SS26 Karintha shifts to a sandal style with Brazilian hand-woven leather uppers. This creates a signature tension between handstitched, crochet-like rustic elements and mass-produced adidas bases, defining Wales Bonner's vision. Pony hair Gazelles and Adios runners with handwoven tongues round out the footwear. The lineup is available starting April 17 at adidas.com and select retailers, with this Karintha iteration on April 27.
