This season, adidas Originals and Arwa Al Banawi have come together to launch their take on the iconic Forum silhouette.
Over the past few years, Arwa has made a name for herself as one of her generation’s most impactful designers. Through her Saudi Arabian brand, she has consistently inspired Arab communities by empowering women and communicating authentic cultural touchpoints.
She blends traditional tailoring with contemporary perspectives, working out of her design studios in Jeddah and Dubai to seamlessly bring together Eastern and Western influences.
The collaborative sneaker brings a suite of personal touches blending multiple perspectives — East and West, Past and Present — to reinterpret the designer’s personal heritage for the future.
adidas Originals pays homage to Arwa's roots combining the essence of the Saudi Arabian culture with modern inspiration.
Drawing on Arwa’s spirit animal, the “Ibex”, the sneaker’s unique details are partly inspired by “Capra” — which translates to “Mountain Goat Family”. Composed of a canvas upper with suede overlays and matching leather stripes with hand-stitched embroidery, the Arwa Al Banawi Forum Lo sneaker is rendered in desert-esque pantones. Serving as an ode to the designer’s roots and identity, the unique silhouette boasts a woven red and white heel cap which is inspired by the checkered pattern of traditional Arabian fabrics.
Rounding out the look, the Arwa Al Banawi Forum Lo sneaker features branded lace jewels, a graphic footbed with contrast binding, and gold foil co-branded details.
General Sale starts on May 28 through adidas.com globally and select Gulf retailers.
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