I have been an Adidas fan for over half a decade now. I fully leaned into the brand and all that it stands for during the pandemic, thanks in part to my mom (you can catch her in Adidas on the daily, too!), and the self-enforced rule that required me to change out of my pajamas when working from home—track pants and sneakers became the next best thing.
While most of the fashion industry has since come around to Adidas joining the “It brand" crowd, in large part due to the viral Samba and Tokyo sneakers, I can say that I have perpetually relied on its full range to create some of my most fashionable (and favorite) looks. Last September, I incorporated black and neon green Adidas track pants and a striped, cropped cardigan into my New York Fashion Week outfits, and they were deemed chic enough by street style photographers who snapped away at the three-stripe motif.
As trends come and go, and industry insiders begin to replace their sneakers with loafers and their athleisure with barrel jeans, I intend to keep my Adidas pieces in play alongside my designer favorites. Read on to see some of my most beloved Adidas-heavy looks and how to incorporate the heritage brand into your daily rotation.
Pair Track Pants With Heels
I may seriously offend some people with this styling tip, but I am all for wearing Adidas track pants with heels. There is something so effortlessly cool about the combo, and it enables me to be chic and comfortable at the same time.
Opposites Attract
Whenever I wear Adidas, I try to round out the look with something that contrasts the sporty piece. For example, I would pair an Adidas tube top with leather pants and Balenciaga heels or a pink, wide-leg sweatpant with a vintage off-the-shoulder blouse. This makes for unexpected, fashion-forward outfits that show off your individual personality.
Embrace Statement Pieces
While Adidas may be known for its everyday sneakers and workout gear, the brand also designs really cool statement pieces that can carry a look all on their own. A few of my favorites include a pink leather jacket with fringe that I love to style with jeans, a crystal-embellished tank top complete with a sports bra underneath, and satin-meets-denim pants laced down the front. All of these pieces have been starting points for outfits that I can wear day to night, season after season.
Use Classics to Anchor Your Looks
Those who know me know that I tend to stay away from classic pieces. But in the case of Adidas, I think of their simple black pants and colorful tees as wardrobe staples that can work as the foundation of a look. These make getting dressed so much easier, allowing me to get out the door on a busy day without hesitation.
