adidas Presents the NMD W1

At the end of 2015, adidas unveiled a BOOST-backed model that would go on to join the UltraBOOST as one of the brand’s most important silhouettes — the NMD. Arriving at the peak of the BOOST craze, it was met with incredible demand off the back of its OG colorways fetching hefty resale prices immediately. One colorway after another, the brand capitalized on the situation with a continuous stream of releases. With time, it cooled off but the Three Stripes hasn’t stopped iterating upon the hit design. Most recently, the NMD S1 paved the way for the next generation of the shoe in 2022 — appearing in one collaboration after another. Now, it’s time for the NMD W1 to step onto the scene.

Building off of the NMD R1, the NMD W1 is a natural evolution of the sneaker. First, the fan favorite BOOST midsole has been enlarged, boosting the shoe’s height. Joining this, the typical TPU plugs have been adjusted with a new oval shape that is ribbed at the medial. Elsewhere, the upper takes on a knit finish that is reminiscent of the NMD’s glory days with the PK (Primeknit) colorways. Thick embroidery adorns the lateral Three Stripes with a curved outsole that is similar to the NMD S1, completing the look. For its launch, adidas has prepared a “Collegiate Orange” colorway that is backed by a white sole unit alongside an all-white presentation of the sneaker.

Get ready for the debut of the adidas NMD W1 as the new silhouette is slated to hit shelves on July 1 at 3am EDT via adidas and select retailers at a price of $160 USD in women’s sizing.

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