For several years, JENNIE, a pioneering global icon and creative multi-hyphenate, has been a part of the adidas family. Now, the arrival of the first collaborative adidas Originals by JENNIE collection sees the artist’s role deepen into one of true creative authorship as a co-designer.
Framed through the concept of ‘Functional Grace’, the collection reinterprets adidas’ performance-inspired functionality through JENNIE’s distinct aesthetic perspective. Beyond homage or pastiche, ballet acts as the inspirational starting point while its codes are brought to an altogether more expansive, surreal realm. A harmonious collision of influences and references, in each piece JENNIE expresses quiet confidence, timeless sophistication, and a futuristic vision of modern femininity.
JENNIE’s full creative vision comes to life within a dreamlike, surreal environment inspired by the vast expanse of the cosmos. Under the concept ‘Cosmic Ballerina: Kinematics,’ movements that transcend the boundaries of gravity capture the beauty of the human form and a sense of free-spirited energy. Here, ballet transcends the studio, becoming a physical metaphor for strength, power, and possibility.
As worn by JENNIE, the collection itself keeps the conceptual impetus of ‘Functional Grace’ at its heart. The graceful silhouettes and controlled movements of ballet are present, but carefully disrupted and subverted to tell a story of reinvention. The lineup includes the ballet pointe shoe-inspired SUPERSTAR SQ BALLET, alongside reimagined adidas track tops and track pants, layering T-shirts, wrap skirts, knit wrap cardigans, sheer sleeveless bodysuits, sheer leggings, polar fleece half-zip hoodies, and more.
The SUPERSTAR SQ BALLET reimagines the iconic adidas Superstar through the delicate form of a ballet pointe shoe. Crafted with a premium leather upper and soft lambskin lining, the silhouette features a squared toe and refined ribbon detailing.
The apparel collection includes reworked track tops and track pants alongside layering T-shirts, wrap skirts, knit wrap cardigans, sheer sleeveless bodysuits, sheer leggings, and polar fleece half-zip hoodies. Wraparound constructions, soft premium fabrics, and subtle detailing channel restraint while placing JENNIE’s inimitable attitude front and center.
The adidas Originals by JENNIE FW26 collection is available in select adidas stores, the adidas CONFIRMED app, adidas.com/JENNIE, and select retailers starting September 1st.
