The adidas Continental 80 Arrives With A Premium Python Skin Upper

Ross Dwyer July 15th, 2019 (updated)

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Featuring a sleek shape that’s inspired by ’80s adidas training footwear, the Continental 80 is a popular Trefoil Brand lifestyle silhouette, and now it’s set to release with a premium python skin-style upper. The serpentine stylings are done up in monochromatic leather, featuring grey, white, and black, while a grey tongue, heel tab, and eyestays offer tonal contrast. A sporty dual-color stripe runs the length of the midfoot, and the insole offers a bold and bright print for a drastic — albeit concealed — deviation from the upper’s slithering style. The look is then finalized by a white midsole and a soft linen-colored outsole. The healthy dose of premium flair that this new makeup provides works wonders on the sporty sneaker, making for a fresh new take on the heritage-packed look. This new adidas Originals design will release alongside a similarly-styled Stan Smith for $110 USD on August 16th, so check out a retailer list below to see where you can secure a pair.