Hailing back to the very tail end of Y2K, adidas' 2008 AdiStar running shoe is a chunkily nostalgic performance sneaker, readily revived to tackle today's slimly minimalist footwear epidemic. In pony hair leopard print, no less.

Under its full name, the adidas Originals AdiStar Control 5 “Leopard”, this most eccentric of running shoes will land online globally in December. A perfect Christmas gift to yourself or a maximalist loved one.

Equipped with a series of patented cushioning technologies, this adidas design is as powerful visually as it is put to actual use.

And just in case the furry wild cat optics weren't loud enough, the shoe's covered in silver reflective stripes of three to guarantee they won't go unnoticed.

The AdiStar Control 5 "Leopard" isn't the only recent release to dial up the volume on, say, personality.

For instance, the Superstar was just encrusted with sparkly beading, and the Campus 00s just became plush mules.

By both setting trends and actively pushing against them, adidas really is about the hunt or be hunted mantra lately. And these newest cubs are on the prowl for 2026 domination.

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