On April 23rd, adidas will drop the adidas Originals x Pharrell Williams Humanrace NMD S1 RYAT. The collaboration developed the new outdoor-inspired boot through multiple 3D prototypes, influenced by Pharrell Williams’ renewed love of the outdoors. Together, they incorporated contrasting ideas and materials throughout the design process, reimagining performance that is sensitive to the ever-shifting culture. The company says the Humanrace NMD S1 RYAT straddles the past and future, individuality and community, and mountain and metropolis. In other words, the NMD S1 RYAT is a versatile style for all terrains.
The two brands combined functional design and durable materials to create a purpose-built shoe with a quick-drying rubberized toe cap and TPU mudguard. The NMD S1 RYAT features a white colorway with an upper in premium suede and leather overlays, a Boost midsole for extra cushion, and an outsole with a Trefoil-shaped grip. What’s more, word has it that illustrator, Gangbox, is offering his take on the design featuring his signature maximalist style. The artist created a character equipped for everything from rugged terrain to the city streets, channeling the visual identity of the adidas Originals x Pharrell Williams Humanrace NMD S1 RYAT and the idea of rugged terrain.
For another collab between the brands, check out the adidas Originals x Pharrell Williams Humanrace Premium Basics Collection.