In 1969, when the Superstar was first unleashed, New York was beginning to establish itself as the epicentre of graffiti culture. As the volume, detail and size of graffiti tags grew over the subsequent decade-and-ahalf, so did the status of these low top versions of the Pro Model basketball shoe.

The Superstar, the first ever leather low tops, was originally championed solely by top-level ball players but this iconic shell toe shoe eventually transcended the court, making its way onto the streets and becoming an inherent and vital part of youth culture. In the early 80s, the worlds of grafitti and hip-hop, both with strong foundations in the Bronx, began to become intertwined as they both started to make mainstream waves. The shoe of choice for many of the major protagonists of these NY-based movements? The Superstar.

Available from June 8th at No6 London, No74 Berlin and select Consortium retailers.

adidas’ strong connection to Boston goes way back. The model has undergone a number of transformations over the years, playing around with materials, colours, shapes, even introducing outdoor elements into the mix. However, for spring/summer 2013, Consortium recognises its legendary archive form, bringing it back with a one-to-one reissue, along with a second colourway inspired by the Boston Marathon’s event organiser, the Boston Athletics Association. Like its predecessor, the shoes feature soft vintage suede and classic mesh combined with leather 3-Stripes, a distinctive graphic midsole and eye-stay detail at the top of the laces with a ghilly lacing system.

The shoe will be available in two colorways from May 18th at No6 London, No42 Paris, No74 Berlin and select Consortium retailers worldwide.

Due to the terrible events at the Boston Marathon the planned launch of the Consortium Boston OG pack has been postponed to May 18th (all Consortium doors and icon stores)

‘We are shocked by the terrible news coming out of Boston and have decided to postpone the launch of the Consortium Boston OG pack. Our hearts and prayers go out to the runners, spectators and everyone effected by the terrible events that took place during the Boston Marathon.’

The wait was well worth it.

On Saturday the whole crowd in front of No74 got a pair of the long desired adidas Consortium Bape x Undftd Set.
The ZX 5000 was sold out after a few minutes! 9 pairs of the Campus are still available.
Hurry up!