adidas Keeps It Pastel With the Anthony Edwards 2 "Easter"
The Timberwolves star’s second signature sneaker gets a clean, seasonal update in butter yellow and mint.
Name: adidas Anthony Edwards 2 “Easter”
Colorway: Almost Yellow/Bliss Lilac-Flash Aqua
SKU: JQ9505
MSRP: $130 USD
Release Date: April 5, 2026
Where to Buy: adidas
Spring colorways can often fall into the trap of being too forced or overly themed, but adidas is keeping things perfectly restrained for its latest basketball release. Dropping just in time for the holiday, the sportswear giant has officially unveiled the adidas Anthony Edwards 2 “Easter.” Shifting the mood without losing the core identity of the Minnesota Timberwolves star’s aggressive second signature shoe, the new iteration offers a clean, pastel-driven look that feels deliberate and fresh.
Letting the seasonal color story do most of the talking, the AE 2 “Easter” opts for softer tones while retaining its high-performance edge. A soft butter yellow grounds the massive outsole and midsole tooling, while breathable mint green mesh and light lavender accents spread across the upper. The careful placement of these pastels ensures the sneaker feels like a stylish seasonal nod rather than a loud holiday costume.
Structurally, the silhouette remains completely unchanged. The signature sculpted shell returns to provide maximum lockdown and containment on the court, heavily relying on smooth synthetic overlays that keep the shape tight. By allowing the color blocking to follow the shoe’s natural, futuristic lines instead of fighting them, the silhouette stays sharp even when drenched in lighter spring hues. To finish off the clean look, branding is intentionally kept quiet and blended, letting the bold design breathe.
With this release, adidas proves its confidence in the foundational design of the AE 2, proving it doesn’t need to chase attention with overly loud graphics when the structural blueprint is already a massive hit.
The adidas AE 2 “Easter” is officially scheduled to release on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026. Fans can secure their pair via adidas and select global basketball retailers.
