JW Anderson x Diadora retro collab is here, and this colorway is perfect for summer
Retro sneaker fans, look over here
JW Anderson and Diadora have teamed up for a new sneaker collaboration for 2026. The design reimagines the classic Equipe running shoe, first introduced in 1975, with energetic color-blocked details and double-layered laces. It is now officially available on the JW Anderson and Diadora websites.
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A revival of the classic 1975 Equipe running shoe silhouette
Diadora is a brand with a rich Italian sportswear aesthetic. For its collaboration with JW Anderson, it turns the clock back to the 1970s, taking the Equipe running shoe, one of the brand’s most iconic styles since its debut in 1975, as its starting point. The sneaker retains the original’s signature elongated shape and low-cut profile. Free of unnecessary bulk, it has a versatile, timeless appeal that makes the feet look slimmer and longer.
Readers familiar with Jonathan Anderson‘s designs will know that bold use of color has always been one of his strengths. This collaboration unexpectedly brings that sense of childlike fun into the mix, replacing a plain color scheme with panels of red, blue, yellow, green, and more to give the simple silhouette plenty of energy. A closer look at the laces reveals that the designer deliberately layers JW Anderson’s signature laces over solid-color ones. This subtle yet playful touch really makes you want to look twice.
Delicate co-branded embroidery hidden at the heel
The most captivating part of a collaboration often lies in the easily overlooked details. At the sneaker’s heel, the Diadora logo and “1975” are clearly embroidered in tonal stitching, directly referencing the year this legendary running shoe was born. Just below the embroidery is a discreet JW Anderson heel label, cleverly and harmoniously bringing the two brands’ DNA together.
While there are plenty of sneakers on the market today, few strike just the right balance between retro appeal and modern fun. JW Anderson’s rework instantly turns what was once track-inspired athletic gear into a versatile everyday piece that works with a maxi skirt or wide-leg pants. If you’re looking for a pair of sneakers that won’t easily match everyone else’s and has real design heritage, this new release, now available on the JW Anderson and Diadora websites, is well worth a look.
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