In 2022, Brain Dead launched its very own professional wrestling promotion – Brain Slam Wrestling. Since then, the Los Angeles based brand has continued to simultaneously pay homage to, and advance, wrestling culture. Now, Brain Dead and adidas Originals have come together to celebrate the vibrant aesthetics and iconography of wrestling with the Japan flames collection.
Adding to the list of collaborative silhouettes that Brain Dead has reimagined, including the Stan Smith, the Forest Hills, and even an exclusive revival of a lesser known ‘70s bowling shoe, the collection features three distinct takes on adidas Originals’ iconic Japan franchise.
The Lo Profile look of the Japan has been gaining attention in recent years for its sleek look and Brain Dead is set to bring its inimitable take to the silhouette – this time paying homage to the nation of Japan’s enduring impact on the world of wrestling.
The Japan Lo Brain Dead features a leather upper with two toned suede flame overlays, leather contrast stripes, furry laces, and co-branded sock liners. The silhouette is then made up in two distinct colorways: brown with yellow detail and green accents, and black with blue details and off-white accents.
The Japan Hi Brain Dead, meanwhile, takes the high, wrestling boot-like, iteration of the silhouette and gives it the same flame adorned treatment. As with the low-cut version, the Japan Hi Brain Dead arrives in one colorway: black with off-white details and pine green accents.
Arriving in limited quantities on 28th August, the adidas Originals x Brain Dead Japan Flames collection is available at adidas.co.za, retailing at R2499-R2799.