Berghain-Approved? adidas Unveil Gritty Armoured Superstar

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'City Series' has long explored urban identity through footwear, from colabs to reinterpretations of classic silhouettes. This time the spotlight is homeward bound, shining bright on the grit and vigour of .

Inspired by the city’s legendary techno and dance scene, the upcoming iteration hits the 'sphere in distressed premium leather, with cracked detailing for an underground edge. Riveted metal studs adorn the midfoot and tongue tag, while the heel tab echoes the same split leather and branding. It’s the kind of silhouette that feels at home on sticky dance floors at 3 am, moving under pulsing lights and through late-night heat.

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Elsewhere, the edgy and avant-garde details continue. Proving its place amongst the city's dark unyielding attitude, the 'Berlin' features metal studs and serif branding across the tongue, backtabs and hangtag. A grate-inspired dubrae offers a rebellious flourish.

The adidas Superstar ‘Berlin’ is set to drop via adidas and select retailers, both online and in-store – stay tuned to Sneaker Freaker for more updates.

In other news, the release details for the have landed.

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