adidas has spent the last year hyping up their Handball Spezial model, a retro sports shoe from 1979. The model has seen some excellent releases since its return, and now is introducing an all-leather style with quilted details.
The adidas Handball originally launched in 1979, as a purpose-made sneaker for handball players. When it was first designed, the model featured an all-suede upper for enhanced mobility and flexibility, and became immensely popular in the United Kingdom in the ’80s and beyond. Now, the silhouette is back as a lifestyle model, with plenty of new colors and collaborations to go around.
This week, we got an early look at an interesting new look for the Handball Spezial, which ditches the classic suede upper in favor of a glossy black leather. The heel tabs and Three Stripes panels are added in plain white leather with matching laces, and the usual gum sole underfoot. The most interesting part of this release is the toe box, which adds some quilted stitching inspired by older soccer shoes.
ADIDAS HANDBALL SPEZIAL QUILTED RELEASE INFORMATION
adidas’ latest new style of the classic Handball Spezial has not been announced for release yet, but is likely getting a Spring 2025 drop. Cast in black and white leather with a quilted toe box, pairs will be available from both adidas and select retailers for an expected $110.
adidas Handball Spezial
Color: Core Black/Off White/Silver Metallic
Style Code: JR3723
Release Date: 2025
Price: $110
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