adidas x atmos Tobacco KOYO Releases September 25
adidas Originals and atmos have partnered on the Tobacco KOYO, a two-colorway collaboration grounded in Japan's seasonal autumn leaf phenomenon. Arriving September 25, the silhouette marries retro proportions with functional waterproof construction and nature-inspired colorway execution.
By Jordan Ellis
The Collaboration's Natural Progression
The Tobacco KOYO represents the second chapter in adidas and atmos's conversation with Japanese natural cycles. Following last year's "Nenrin" edition—which drew from the growth rings of aged timber—this iteration shifts focus to kōyō, the vivid autumnal transformation of foliage across Japan. Rather than restart the narrative, the two brands expand on a single idea: how nature's passage manifests visually and materially across time.
Design Details
The collaboration presents two distinct executions, each anchored in a leather upper with contrasting velour Three Stripes. The first features a deep navy base paired with vivid yellow velour branding, a pairing intended to evoke golden ginkgo leaves against the muted palette of late autumn. The second opts for a warmer brown leather body accented by reddish-orange velour detailing, capturing the deeper rust tones and warm light of a forest in full seasonal shift.
Both pairs employ functional waterproof leather construction—a practical upgrade that keeps the Tobacco's classic low-profile silhouette intact while adding genuine all-weather durability. The dark tonal sole grounds the design, while the plush velour stripes introduce textural contrast against the smoother leather upper, giving the shoes a refined, layered appearance.
Touches of craft extend to the insoles, where a custom graphic arranges colorful autumn leaves into the adidas Trefoil logo itself, flanked by a "DESIGNED IN TOKYO" label that explicitly centers the creative geography. A wooden charm bearing the Trefoil logo and a matching set of extra laces round out the package, adding tactile substance to the nature-inspired theme.
The Tobacco's Role in adidas History
The Tobacco silhouette carries decades of heritage within the adidas archive, and its reissue here underscores the model's continued relevance as a canvas for thoughtful design collaboration. By pairing it with atmos—a Tokyo institution with a proven eye for seasonal, culturally rooted storytelling—the partnership feels natural rather than forced.
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Release Info
The adidas x atmos Tobacco KOYO launches on September 25 at atmos, with prices set at ¥17,600 JPY (approximately $112 USD). Two SKUs track the navy and brown colorways: KZ6431 and KZ6432 respectively. Given atmos's selective distribution and the collaboration's design specificity, availability will likely be limited to the retailer's direct channels at launch.
FAQs
When does the adidas x atmos Tobacco KOYO release? The collaboration launches September 25, 2024, available at atmos.
How much does the Tobacco KOYO cost? The MSRP is ¥17,600 JPY, approximately $112 USD per pair.
Where can I buy the adidas x atmos Tobacco KOYO? The Tobacco KOYO releases at atmos. Wider retail distribution has not been confirmed.
Release Info
Availability: September 25, 2024
Retail Price: ¥17,600 JPY (~$112 USD)
Colorways: Navy/Yellow Velour (KZ6431), Brown/Orange Velour (KZ6432)
Where to Buy: atmos
