Moving beyond its football roots, the adidas Gazelle has become a streetwear icon since its humble beginnings in the late 1960s. Loved and worn by athletes and sneakerheads worldwide, it’s stood the test of time thanks to its timeless and versatile appeal. The debut of the initial red prototype, featuring a transparent herringbone sole tailored for indoor sports alongside plush suede uppers, set the scene for what was to come.
With a growing presence in the 1970s, the adidas Gazelle sneaker surpassed expectations of technical development with updates to the profile, tongue, and heel, and from then on, the Gazelle went global. Vibrant colourways set the tone for the design, with adaptations made for skaters, musicians, and sneakerheads across the world, catering to trend-setters and sports consumers alike.
Thanks to the launch of Originals in 2001, the Gazelle made a welcomed comeback after a brief production break, marking the revival with a run of designs inspired by the 1960s original. With the likes of Harry Styles and Kendal Jenner favouring the design, they’re now one of this year's most coveted sneakers.
Whether it’s a neutral palette or vibrant statement, they’re all dominated by the adidas 3-Stripes on the sidewall, packed with retro appeal for today's booming athleisure culture. Alternatively, stand tall in the latest ‘it girl’ Gazelle platform that elevates the old-school design with fresh colours and a bold, chunky platform.
Whatever OG, platform, Indoor or fresh new release takes your fancy, there’s a Gazelle for both men and women here at END.
