Adidas and Marimekko have brought their creativity together for an SS22 drop. The resulting collection is a colorful fusion of playful Marikmekko prints and Adidas’ expertise in performance clothing, the Finnish design label announced on Thursday.
The SS22 edition is the third edition where the two opposing brands work together. The collection includes sportswear such as biker shorts and windbreakers, but also shoes and accessories. Marimekko’s signature ‘Unikko’ pattern, which has achieved worldwide recognition since it was first introduced in 1964, gives the sporting goods a spring-like look with its two-dimensional poppies.
As with the two previous collections, Adidas and Marimekko have placed greater value on sustainability – some of the key pieces are made from recycled materials. Parley Ocean Plastic was also used. Parley is a non-profit organization that aims to rid the world’s oceans of plastic – and reuse the salvaged material for products of all kinds.
The collection will be available from April in selected Adidas stores and in the online shop. Unlike the previous two collaborations, the collection will not be available for purchase at Marimekko points of sale.