adidas and Pharrell are getting ready to debut their new Jellyfish sneaker this season. This week, new information from adidas details a remarkably similar silhouette, the XLG 2.0, offering a more affordable version of the hyped collab style.
This year, we’ve been anxiously awaiting the release of Pharrell Williams’ next signature silhouette with adidas. Dubbed the Jellyfish, the model takes inspiration from retro adidas running shoes, and applied a wild series of molded TPU overlays to the silhouette. The model’s flagship colorway comes in a clean white palette with striking orange accents, though we’ve also seen a grey pair worn by the Clipse, as well as two more styles in black & white/blue. Now, it appears adidas is looking to capitalize on the hype with a takedown version of the shoe.
This week, the adidas XLG 2.0 surfaced on our timelines, and is very clearly a cheaper version of the upcoming Pharrell release. The Three Stripes have used the XLG name before, mostly when referring to extra thick soles on their iconic models, so its a bit unclear why this is a 2.0 version. The look features a nearly identical shape and construction to the Jellyfish, but uses standard mesh and synthetic overlays as opposed to the molded plastic version.
ADIDAS XLG 2.0 “BLACK” RELEASE INFORMATION
adidas new takedown version of Pharrell’s Jellyfish shoe, currently dubbed XLG 2.0, is not expected to release until 2026. Slimming down the hyped model it is directly inspired by, the shoe retains the general shape and paneling of its predecessor. Seen her in a simple black colorway, pairs will likely be available through adidas and select retailers for $150.
adidas XLG 2.0
Color: Black
Style Code: HQ7555
Release Date: 2026
Price: $150
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