Another Melting Sadness x Adidas Superstar Appears

China-based Melting Sadness has steadily built a reputation for infusing whimsy into its Adidas collaborations, especially with the classic Superstar silhouette. Known for pushing boundaries since the exit of bold Adidas creatives like Jeremy Scott and Kerwin Frost, Melting Sadness has taken the Superstar to new, eccentric heights—even collaborating with Sean Wotherspoon along the way. This time, as the brand ushers in a new era with Adidas, they bring a playful twist to the iconic Shell Toe with a design that melts expectations.

The new Melting Sadness x Adidas Superstar is a vibrant take on the classic sneaker, featuring a patchwork-style textile upper in an array of hues—green, pink, orange, and blue—that sets a lively backdrop. From here, the design dives into even more imaginative territory with a "melting" midsole detail and brand markings on the heel, giving the sneaker a surreal, cartoonish look. Yet, the design remains balanced with neutral suede overlays and tongues, pink laces, and a rubber tread. Additional details, like graphic insoles and co-branded tongue tags, round out this quirky creation.

While a release date is yet to be announced, the arrival of official images suggests that this latest Superstar may hit stores soon. Watch for updates on how to snag a pair of this fantastical collab.