Inspired by the style of professional basketball player James Harden, adidas created the Harden Vol. 2 Shoes—and confectionery brand Trolli created a pair of gummy sneakers based on the footwear.
James Harden, who plays for the Houston Rockets, has been endorsing Trolli since 2016 and as part of this unique three-way collaboration, Harden, adidas and Trolli are now coming together to offer the all-new Sour Brite Sneaks range. The Trolli x Harden Vol. 2: SourStock Edition introduces three life-size gummy footwear styles in Strawberry/Blackberry, Lemon/Berry Punch and Lime/Raspberry colorways. Those who want to get their hands on the ultra-rare, edible gummy kicks have the opportunity to donate to StockX, where the pairs will be given out by a raffle with proceeds that will go towards supporting Harden's own 3TheHardenWay charity foundation.
Life-Size Gummy Sneakers
Trolli Recreated the adidas x James Harden Sneaker with Candy
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