Here’s Why the Adidas Taekwondo Shoe Is the Next ‘It’ Fashion Sneaker – Shoe News

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Just when you think you’ve discovered the best Adidas shoe trends, there’s always a stylish Three Stripes sneaker waiting in the wings. The adidas Taekwondo Shoes appear to be the next under-the-radar adidas walking shoe being dubbed the next ‘it’ sneaker, especially when the sleek style has been spotted by street style stars and celebrities in recent weeks – and the growing TikTok shoe The shoe’s popularity can make it harder to get your hands on these coveted kicks.

The popularity of the Adidas Taekwondo shoe may seem unexpected given its origins in martial arts performance, but its low-profile design falls right in line with all the best retro sneaker trends sparked by the popularity of Adidas Samba shoes. The laceless slip-on sneaker features the same flat soles as the coveted adidas SL 72 shoes in a nostalgic, Y2K-inspired unisex design, but offers a more elevated touch to everyday outfits with a smooth leather upper with stylish stitching on the forefoot that provides a cushioned create effect. The early archive model got a stylish reissue in 2019, but it’s back with a much more stylish upgrade for 2024.

Ayo Edebiri, for example, has been practicing her Adidas Taekwondos in off-duty ensembles, whether shopping with friends or attending Kaia Gerber’s birthday party at Disney Land in September. Black Pink’s Jennie was also spotted donning the sneaker earlier this summer, prompting fans to grab a pair as soon as they stopped by Adidas. Bad Bunny only adds to the hype; the singer recently debuted his upcoming twist on Taekwondo at Paris Fashion Week during a night out with Kendall Jenner. His “Ballerina Shoe” collaboration with Adidas swaps the classic leather upper for canvas, a change from translucent gum soles and soft, slipper-like elastic collars.

TikTok considers the OG Adidas model a “grail,” where more than 46 million special posts feature unboxings, styling videos and reviews confirming it is the next It shoe. Like most Adidas shoe trends, the classic sneaker has been reframed as a style statement, with online creators invoking the viral “wrong shoe” theory in eclectic styles. Thanks to its versatile design, the Adidas Taekwondo can play with sober casual wear, chic office wear and everything in between. Just scroll through TikTok for a wealth of outfit inspiration: one creator paired them with women’s ruffled socks for feminine flair, while two friends in matching pairs paired the shoe’s narrow profile with a sheer midi skirt and wide-leg trousers.

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Olivia Cigliano is a Commerce Writer & Producer at Footwear News and WWD, where she writes retail content about top-rated shoes, TikTok style trends and more. Olivia received her bachelor’s degree in journalism from Emerson College, and her byline can be found in publications such as Elite Daily and CR Fashion Book. She regularly reports on Adidas’ best-selling releases, including trendy sneakers and trainers to suit different functions, foot types and personal styles.