Inspired by adidas' innovations and shaped by the unique style of Yohji Yamamoto, Y-3 develops forward-thinking clothing, shoes, and accessories. This vision is driven by both the sports icon and the renowned designer.
Would you like to know more about this impressive line from adidas? Then you've come to the right place!
About adidas Y-3
In 2002, Y-3 was founded, establishing the category of fashionable sportswear. Over 20 years later, Y-3's distinctive style combines technical garments and high-end performance with Yamamoto's unique elegance and craftsmanship.
The result is a contemporary uniform for the street, designed in both Japanese and German workshops and intended for the global market.
What does adidas Y-3 stand for?
Y-3 is a collaboration between adidas and Yohji Yamamoto. Not entirely surprisingly, the “Y” in Y-3 stands for the Japanese designer Yohji Yamamoto. In addition, the “3” represents the adidas 3-Stripes. Finally, the stripe symbolises the close relationship between the two parties.
adidas Y-3 collections and designs
Does the rebellious vision of adidas and Yohji Yamamoto suit you perfectly? On the adidas website, you will discover a range of expressive collections and designs by Y-3. From bold ready-to-wear clothing to innovative shoes, each design embodies a distinct vision, as only Y-3 can.
Below, we have highlighted the latest collections for you:
Y-3 Spring/Summer 2024 Chapter 1
Inspired by bold contrasts, Y-3's latest Spring/Summer 2024 collection explores the concept of Contra-Natural. This world embraces the duality between the organic and the synthetic, leading to unexpected beauty.
adidas and Yohji Yamamoto took inspiration from the deliberate intention that precedes action. The result is a striking approach to design, shaped by sharp contrasts and visceral contrasts.
Y-3 x Real Madrid
Y-3 and Real Madrid have joined forces to present Yohji Yamamoto's distinctive take on one of the world's most-awarded clubs in a seven-piece travel collection.
Inspired by the distinctive monochrome colour palette of both Real Madrid and Y-3, the travel collection comprises a sleek and elegant selection of garments in all-black. In addition, each item is crafted from soft, sporty fabrics and finished with collaboration details. Think, for example, of Yohji Yamamoto's instantly recognisable signature and the Real Madrid logo.
Besides this joint travel collection, Y-3 also offers a matchwear collection together with Real Madrid. This collection includes a purple fourth kit for both the women's and men's team. The matchwear kit combines Real Madrid's story and identity, with purple being a key colour in the club's DNA.
In addition, the aesthetic vision emphasises a signature rose motif, inspired by the early years of the collaboration between adidas and Yohji Yamamoto. During this period, roses were the favourite graphic elements and became the iconic signature of the famous fashion designer.
In addition to the purple fourth tee, the collection also includes two goalkeeper kits; in black and orange.
Got excited? Explore the impressive collaboration further on the adidas website and start experimenting!
