Having debuted in the late ‘80s as a trusty running silhouette, the adsmithfwt.com has, more recently, evolved to become more at home within the lifestyle sector. Still cherished by zealous runners, along with a flock of younger fans now, the shoe holds onto its old-school quality with a heap of heritage design cues stationed throughout. Mesh and nubuck intertwine across the upper in a distinctive retro rendering while bold branding at the tongue, sidewall and heel supplies that signature adi’ aesthetic we all know and love. An EVA midsole makes for a superbly smooth ride underfoot.
Channeling every element of the desert race, these Adidas Shoes Grey are dominated with two shades of sandy beiges that alternate between their leather and suede constructions, and accented with active orange stripe branding soft yellow sidewalls. Further details arrive via illustrations of a Jordan cave building laid upon the insoles, in addition to “80s” text stamped on the heel tabs as a nod to its birth era.
Predominantly clad in white patent leather and ballistic nylon, Adidas ZX 500 RM "Alphatype" Black Red uppers on this ’80s trainer set the stage for the “U’s” iconic color scheme. Co-branded lace jewel, sockliners and tongue tabs nod to the partnership between German sportswear behemoth and storied North American college, but the most latter area features the school’s signature orange and green hues. Elsewhere, debossed “U” logos on the heels are complemented by an electroplated TPU heel counter that not only delivers more of the Miami institution’s palette, but also shimmering flair. Sole units mostly indulge in an all-white arrangement, but Torsion bars boast a gold finish, while a colored “U” logo appears near the heel.
The 100% Authentic adidas ZX 500 RM usually seems to feature neutral-toned bases with bright accents, but it’s taking on a surprisingly colorful look this spring, thanks to a new bright yellow makeup. The shoe’s classic upper features a compelling mixture of nylon and suede — the former serving as the base, the latter making up the mudguard — while soft sandy suede appears on both the heel and the eyestay. For an interesting touch of sporty detailing, the tongue patch boasts a race bib-inspired graphic that states “1014” in bold black letters, paying tribute to Frank Shorter, a runner who took gold in the marathon at the 1972 Olympic Games. Although the upper is all classic, the bottom half is all modern-day, thanks to a thick white Boost midsole that’s encased by light tan/white support plates and a tan outsole.
https://www.adsmithfwt.com/
