adidas Anthony Edwards 3 "Cold Blooded" Releases September 15
The adidas Anthony Edwards 3 arrives in its official "Cold Blooded" colorway on September 15, 2026. The launch edition features a blue gradient execution paired with jagged TPU arrows along the sidewalls—design language that mirrors the star guard's aggressive on-court style.
By Ava Rodriguez
Anthony Edwards' third signature silhouette with adidas continues the brand's approach to performance basketball design: aggressive, directional, and purpose-built for explosive athleticism. The AE3 derives its visual language from movement itself—specifically the kind of sudden cuts and acceleration that define Edwards' game. Rather than relying on traditional cushioning storytelling or retro callbacks, adidas has anchored the shoe's identity around a series of angular TPU elements that run along both sidewalls, creating an impression of forward momentum even when the shoe sits stationary.
Design Details
The "Cold Blooded" colorway executes this aggressive framework through a cohesive blue gradient palette. The base layer employs a white mesh construction, providing breathability and a neutral foundation that allows the color blocking to dominate. A reflective toe overlay adds functional visibility and subtle dimensionality to the forefoot. The defining jagged TPU arrows receive full emphasis in the launch colorway, rendered in the same icy "Blue Bliss" gradient that flows across the upper and transitions seamlessly into the outsole. Matching blue tones appear on the tongue, heel clip, and interior lining, creating a unified visual arc from toe to heel.
This color application demonstrates thoughtful restraint—rather than introducing secondary colors that might fragment the silhouette's angular geometry, the monochromatic blue strategy allows the TPU arrow detailing to function as both structural element and primary visual statement. The reflective overlay adds technical credibility without compromising the cohesive aesthetic.
The Edwards Signature Line in Context
Edwards' signature line has positioned itself deliberately within adidas' modern basketball portfolio. Unlike lifestyle-focused signature shoes that blur performance and casual wear, the AE series commits fully to on-court utility. The design methodology mirrors what adidas has pursued with other athlete collaborations: translating playing style into geometric language. The first two iterations established the foundation; this third model refines both the aesthetic and functional systems.
The $130 retail price point places the AE3 at standard adidas basketball signature pricing, accessible positioning for a player of Edwards' current profile and trajectory.
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Release Info
The adidas Anthony Edwards 3 "Cold Blooded" releases Tuesday, September 15, 2026 through adidas and select retail partners. Retail pricing is set at $130 USD. The SKU is LC5090.
FAQs
When does the adidas Anthony Edwards 3 "Cold Blooded" release?
The shoe releases on September 15, 2026.
How much does the adidas Anthony Edwards 3 cost?
Retail price is $130 USD.
Where can I buy the adidas Anthony Edwards 3 "Cold Blooded"?
The shoe will be available through adidas and select retailers on the release date.
Release Info
Product: adidas Anthony Edwards 3 "Cold Blooded"
Colorway: Blue Bliss / White / Reflective
SKU: LC5090
Retail Price: $130 USD
Release Date: September 15, 2026
Availability: adidas, select retailers
