Wales Bonner is a London-based designer known for her unique combination of fashion, culture and history. Founded in 2014, her eponymous label combines her Jamaican-British roots with an intellectual approach to fashion.
Jamaican roots weave new stories into classic sneaker icons
One of Wales Bonner's most important collaborations is her partnership with adidas, which has been in place since 2020. Bonner brings her signature blend of vintage elements and modern cuts to adidas' classic designs, giving the sneakers and garments a new, culturally charged meaning.
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Highlights of the collaboration include reinterpretations of the Samba, one of adidas' most iconic silhouettes. Bonner's version of the Samba is characterised by luxurious materials such as leather and suede, often combined with handcrafted details such as decorative stitching inspired by traditional African craftsmanship.
This partnership between Wales Bonner and adidas shows how fashion, culture and history can be linked in an innovative way. The collaboration has brought a new level of creativity and cultural expression to the world of sportswear.
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.jpg "Wales Bonner x adidas Samba Nappa \"Brown\" | IF6703")
.jpg "Wales Bonner x adidas SL 76 \"Yellow\" | IH9906")
.jpg "Wales Bonner x adidas Samba \"Wonder Clay\" | IH7756")
.jpg "Wales Bonner x adidas Samba Nappa \"Blue/Brown\" | IF6704")
.jpg "Wales Bonner x adidas Samba \"Wonder White\" | IH3261")
.jpg "Wales Bonner x adidas Samba Pony \"Cream White\" | IE0586")
