Images of Adidas Sambas adorned with Bape’s star-shaped “Sta” logo surfaced weeks ago, but it turns out there’s more to the collaboration ’s soccer-inspired footwear than originally expected. In addition reworking the 1970s indoor soccer classic, the brands will deliver a modern-day link-up in the form of two of Adidas ’ top-of-the-line cleats.
The Bape x Adidas Soccer collection includes the Predator Elite FT, the F50 Elite, the Adidas Originals Samba and a range of apparel and accessories. While the group’s Samba sneakers take a reserved approach on the shoe’s staple black and white-based colorways, the cleats are where Bape delivers its signature colorful energy.
Both cleats are covered in Bape’s ABC camouflage print, with the Predator Elite FT using the classic green