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adidas Applies New Techniques to the ZX 1000 Sneaker

— March 5, 2021 — Fashion
adidas' ZX 1000 sneaker gets a new update with the latest vegetable-tanned leather colorway option. It retains the minimal look of the silhouette with references to the 80s. The retro design of the shoes feature classic synthetic textiles making up the upper for a premium leather fabric.

It is rooted in a white base and is met with some tonal contrast at the tongue and heel paneling in a natal light tan. The laces are a creamy color to offer a subtle tonal contrast on the simplistic design. Additional details include the debossed size tag at the lateral heel and the Torsion symbol detailing the mid foot section. This all sits on top of Torsion midsoles to match the shoe strings.

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