Best Of Adidas x Disney Shoes Collab Over The Years

The adidas x Disney shoes collection in 2020 took the years-long collaboration to a new level at a time when both brands have expanded their outreach. Disney has had some recent collabs with Gucci and Vans for some special edition sneakers among many others. Since back in 2011 when a couple of Adidas classics have had Mickey Mouse on display there have been some sporadic appearances like the “Belle” ZX Flux 700 in 2013. In 2019 the adidas x Star Wars collection was released , featuring several memorable special edition sneakers. But at their roots Disney fans associate the brand with Mickey and its crew and less with their recent additions. They were surely not disappointed by the roll out in 2020 of this new series.

In the spring of 2020 the adidas x Disney shoes collection was released, featuring an adidas Superstar, two Stan Smith and two Nizza sneakers with Mickey Mouse and Goofy on display. Aside from the white Nizza Goofy sneaker, all the others feature leather upper. Most sneakers have the two characters in different situations and one Stan Smith pair featuring blurred comics. Each sneaker has a customized box and paper lining along with two extra laces which makes them a great collector item. In the following years after 2020 adidas x Disney continued their collaborations with If the initial 2020 collab with more modern silhouettes like the Goofy UltraBOOST and the Mickey Alphaboost. As with other similar releases , several matching pieces of apparel and accessories are also available. In 2023, to celebrate 100 years of existence, Disney and Adidas released several new models, some listed below.

UltraBOOST “Goofy”

Style# FV6050

The Adidas UltraBOOST “Goofy” was released in the fall of 2020. The shoe boasts a “Black” Primeknit upper and supportive Boost midsoles. Various playful Goofy-themed images, showcasing his adventures, adorn the shoe’s design in a vibrant spectrum of colors. This style is known to be one of the most comfortable out there, so if you’re looking for a shoe to walk around Disney World for a whole day this is surely to be considered.

Superturf Adventure ‘Jiminy Cricket’

Style# GY8341

The adidas Superturf Adventure, a collaborative effort by Sean Wotherspoon, adidas, and Disney, pays tribute to Jiminy Cricket from “The Adventures of Pinocchio.” The shoe showcases a regal purple hue on corduroy underlays and zippers, which cleverly hide an image of Jiminy Cricket. Included is a detachable pouch placed on the throat with a zipper closure

Stan Smith “Mickey Mouse”

Style# FW2895

The adidas Stan Smith is the one that shows up the most among the adidas x Disney shoes series for kids, women and men. This particular model was one of the main releases in 2020 and depicts Mickey Mouse running in a white and black colorway. It is a simple design that is a great match for a sneaker like the classic Stan Smith.

Superstar Mickey Mouse

Style# FW2901

The adidas Superstar Mickey Mouse was introduced at the same time as the Stan Smith featuring the same design. This time the bellowed character is depicted in color on an all white adidas Superstar background. The result is a nice blend of two classics, the Superstar and Mickey Mouse.

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UltraBOOST 1.0 100 Anniversary

Style# HQ6438

In 2023, Disney commemorated its 100th Anniversary with a special adidas UltraBOOST collaboration. This celebratory sneaker features a silver-dominant colorway, reflecting the occasion’s grandeur. Metallic hues adorn much of the shoe’s design, complemented by gray mesh underlays and cream accents on the laces and lining. Pink accents highlight the profile stripes, portions of the outsole, and co-branding on the character-themed insoles.

Stan Smith “Pinocchio”

Style# HP5580

Another 2023 release is the Adidas Stan Smith Pinnochio. This model stands out with stitched side stripes and the left-side portrait of Stan Smith himself being replaced by the character, the “Pinocchio” while the shoe retains its classic shape and construction. Crafted in off-white leathers with burnt red linings, these feature some of the most distinct looks of the series.

Campus “Cheshire Cat”

Style# GX2026

This special edition of the adidas Campus 80s from 2023 pays tribute to the Cheshire Cat from Alice In Wonderland. Hairy suedes in magenta and muted purple stripes envelop the perforated upper, creating a smooth leather texture on the tongue. Vivid violets adorn the laces and leather sock liner, featuring callouts to the mischievous cat.

Samba “Minnie”

Style# GY1890

In honor of Disney’s 100th anniversary in 2023, 2 special editions of the iconic adidas Samba have been created,one for Mickey and one for Minnie Mouse. These vegan-based silhouettes, originally designed for soccer, embrace a “Cloud White” color scheme throughout. While the dominant color is consistent, each character’s pair is distinguished by unique accents.

Nizza “Goofy Pack”

Style# FW9590

In 2020 the “Goofy pack” was released , featuring a couple of Nizza models. These low-tops are predominantly monochromatic, showcasing Goofy in action. The “Core Black” Nizza opts for a leather upper, and all shoes in the collection feature grippy tread for versatile activities. Along with these two pairs of 3MC were also released.

Given the almost infinite realms of possibilities the Adidas x Disney shoes collab is likely that we will see many more special edition sneakers over the following years while making each one of them a rare piece worth collecting.