The Homer Simpson x adidas Adilette Slide Turns a Viral Meme Into Footwear
The Three Stripes and ‘The Simpsons’ reunite to bring the “Bushes” GIF to a unisex slide.
Name: Homer Simpson x adidas Adilette
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SKU: HQ2581
MSRP: $50 USD
Release Date: Available now
Where to Buy: adidas
adidas is once again tapping into internet culture with the release of the Homer Simpson x adidas Adilette Slide, a footwear adaptation of one of the world’s most recognizable reaction GIFs. Following the success of their collaborative Stan Smith in 2023, the German sportswear giant and the iconic animated series have applied the “Homer backing into the bushes” aesthetic to a casual slip-on silhouette.
The collaboration continues the ongoing partnership between the two powerhouses, which began in 2021 and has since produced numerous sneakers inspired by specific characters and settings from the show. This latest iteration transforms the standard Adilette slide into a canvas for the meme, which originated from the episode “Homer Loves Flanders.”
Visually, the slide features the familiar green palette associated with the hedges, while the graphic of Homer Simpson is integrated into the design, capturing the moment of his retreat. Unlike previous complex sneaker builds, this release focuses on accessibility and casual wear, offering a playful yet comfortable option for fans of the series.
