Adidas Originals is set to release a new clothing line featuring the iconic American nu-metal band, KoRn after their successful collaboration last year. The collection will be available for purchase starting from May 15th and will be available online and in selected stores. The sports clothing line is set to feature a striking green sequin tracksuit with co-branded details which will be only exclusive to the KoRn web-store. The apparel collection will also feature a long sleeve graphic tee, three pairs of socks, and a cap bearing the KoRn logo and Three Stripes.
In addition to the clothing collection, Adidas Originals will also be launching two new sneakers- the Campus 2 silhouette and the Supermodified sneaker. The chunky Campus 2 sneaker features a furry suede upper and hidden KoRn details while the KoRn web-store exclusive Supermodified silhouette features striking bright green accents based on the aesthetic codes of sought-after vintage KoRn t-shirts released during the album cycle of Follow the Leader. The colorways of both sneakers draw on the aesthetic codes of sought-after vintage KoRn t-shirts released during the album cycle of Follow the Leader.
Both sneakers will also have accompanying graphic insoles, spare laces in multiple colorways, a set of chunky laces, a collection of four stickers, a guitar pick keychain, and a co-branded tour-style box. The package includes unique accompaniments that are inspired by music. In a 1997 song, ‘A.D.I.D.A.S.’ the band plays on the myth that the brand name stands for “all day I dream about sex”.
KoRn frontman Jonathan Davis says his affinity for sportswear comes from breaking the mold and embracing all kinds of different musical styles and cultures. Despite being given free merch from the brand, it was not open to a commercial deal and thus they worked with rivals Puma instead. According to Davis, “We switched to Puma because they told us they’d put us in a commercial and give us a little money to wear their shit.” They were excited about the offer and felt that it showed respect towards them.
Earlier this year, Davis opened up about the band’s track ‘A.D.I.D.A.S.’ and reflected on the song’s “immature” meaning. With this second collaboration with Adidas Originals, KoRn hopes to bring their unique touches to sportswear while having the opportunity to add the brand’s iconic stripes to their brand
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