Flesh Imp x adidas Superstar

Singaporean label Flesh Imp celebrated its 7th Anniversary this year. Among the special collaboration projects was an adidas Super Star “七“ (7). The design incorporates a sword and an M16 rifle, a reflection of the fusion of old meets new. adidas takes on the role of the sword, a historically significant brand on the scene while Flesh Imp represents the M16 and it’s own influence in the urban environment. The package on the whole represents Flesh Imp’s Asian influence with pride. Image: HYPEBEAST

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Singaporean label Flesh Imp celebrated its 7th Anniversary this year. Among the special collaboration projects was an adidas Super Star “七“ (7). The design incorporates a sword and an M16 rifle, a reflection of the fusion of old meets new. adidas takes on the role of the sword, a historically significant brand on the scene while Flesh Imp represents the M16 and it’s own influence in the urban environment. The package on the whole represents Flesh Imp’s Asian influence with pride.

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