Grace Wales Bonner is back in her element, and once again, adidas is the canvas. The upcoming Wales Bonner x adidas drop feels less like a sneaker release and more like a natural evolution of this partnership, quietly refining and elevating classics, season after season. This time, the spotlight lands on two silhouettes: the Gazelle Indoor and Bonner’s own original model, the Karintha. Both reworked with the label’s signature touch, rooted in culture and luxury.
The Gazelle Indoor arrives as the familiar face. A terrace staple reimagined through a softer, premium lens. The first colourway stands out in a faux snakeskin finish on its leather upper with smooth brown leather overlays. The second is clad in classy dark brown tones and elevated with a premium pony hair upper.
Then there’s the Karintha. First introduced last year, Bonner’s signature model seamlessly blends retro sportswear DNA with artisanal cues. Both colourways keep things simple with premium leather uppers, one in black and the other in cream white. Both pairs also feature rope laces, with a hit of caramel suede on the toes.
As always, Grace Wales Bonner has curated a perfect blend of retro (or retro-inspired) models, and added a whole new perspective through her use of premium materials, elevated craftsmanship and attention to detail. It might seem like collabs like these get lost in the midst of more hype-driven releases, but not for those who appreciate something quieter and more refined, so you should still expect some demand for these pairs.
The Wales Bonner x adidas summer 2026 collection is expected to drop in the next few weeks. In the meantime, check out the full range of Wales Bonner releases available on KLEKT
