Pharell Williams’ collaboration with Adidas is something we thank the sneaker gods for—it has spawned new and fun models from the brand that no one could ever think of. The artist’s ultra-saturated iteration has brought exciting designs and features that got people on the edge of their seats waiting for new releases…and man, were they fully satisfied each time. With the world all eyes and ears for any news of new models from the collab, the spill on the newest Pharrell Williams x Adidas Solar NMD Hu Pack has set off a frenzy as it should, taking in Africa-inspired looks in the design of the sneakers.
Compare Pharrell x Adidas NMD Hu Solar Light Pink Sneaker Prices Online
Release Date: August 18, 2018
Price: US$250.00
The Pharrell x Adidas NMD Hu NMD “Solar Pack” was originally tagged as the “Afro Pack,” due to the inspiration drawn from East Africa’s style and spirit. Out of the 3-Stripes’ models, the Hu Solar Light Pink stands out differently, as like the others, it has a unique colorway and defining details that are totally fascinating and captivating. Even months before its scheduled launch in August, it has gained a following all over the world.
Pros
Bold and bright, which is often Pharrell’s style in the shoes he makes with the brand, the NMD Hu Solar Light Pink is an astonishing pair that would capture a gaze even from afar. The unique detailing of the shoes, with a cool pattern on its upper and the bead graphic as a nod to the African heritage added a depth in the design of the pair. But what takes the award for the most captivating design detail are the bold graphics written in a unique text style, which gives off a binary code-looking message that reads “Mother Land.” The contrasting colors added to the Solar Light Pink include a bright yellow outsole, a green branding tab at the back, and a vibrant blue lacing apparatus, while balancing hues are the white in the midsole and a few black and gray accents in the upper.
Cons
The shoes are bold and dashing—yet too bold and too dashing for others’ tastes. People who like keeping it simple would be overwhelmed by the combination of more than three colors, and might find the graphics tacky to wear on a daily basis. The style is gorgeous, for sure, but the high price point for the Pharrell x Adidas NMD Hu Solar Light Pink Sneakers is a little too steep for lifestyle kicks.
Compare With
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Image credits: Adidas (featured and article images), Hot New Hip Hop, and Kicks on Fire (article images).
