Larry June x adidas Adistar Control 5 Releases Sept. 12
Following an exclusive Friends & Family release, Larry June expands his partnership with adidas to bring a public colorway of the Adistar Control 5 to market. The 'Watermelon Smoothie' edition arrives September 12, 2026, priced at $160.
By Marcus Chen
The Collaboration Takes Flight
Larry June's first venture into the adidas Adistar Control 5 remained within inner circles, but the rapper and entrepreneur is now broadening access to the retro runner. This second iteration signals growing momentum in the partnership, positioning the Adistar Control 5 as a model ripe for creative reinterpretation across the adidas roster.
The Adistar Control 5 itself carries weight in running heritage—a silhouette rooted in adidas's competitive running lineage. By enlisting June as a collaborator, the three stripes taps into his cultural currency and design sensibility, merging sportswear authenticity with contemporary streetwear appeal.
Design Details
The "Watermelon Smoothie" colorway operates across a deliberately restrained palette anchored by semi lucid red and semi solar slime, grounded with clay-toned overlays. Where the composition could read as jarring, gradient transitions between green, orange, and red create visual fluidity—a technique that elevates the execution beyond simple color-blocking.
Personalization arrives through oversized "LARRYJUNE" branding on the tongue, a design move that stakes ownership without overwhelming the silhouette. The lettering sits confident but not aggressive, a measured approach that respects the Adistar Control 5's original proportions while asserting the collaboration's identity.
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Release Information
The Larry June x adidas Adistar Control 5 "Watermelon Smoothie" (Style #: KZ7294) launches September 12, 2026, through adidas.com and select retail partners. The $160 price point positions it firmly within contemporary collaboration pricing, though shoppers should note that adidas inventory currently carries significant discounting across other models—our tracking shows 69 active deals averaging 41% off, suggesting patience may yield opportunities on future drops.
FAQs
When does the Larry June x adidas Adistar Control 5 release?
The "Watermelon Smoothie" colorway drops September 12, 2026, via adidas.com and select retailers.
How much does the collaboration cost?
The Larry June x adidas Adistar Control 5 retails for $160.
Where can I buy the shoe?
The shoe will be available through adidas.com and select adidas retail partners on the release date.
Release Info
Product: Larry June x adidas Adistar Control 5 "Watermelon Smoothie"
Style #: KZ7294
Colorway: Semi Lucid Red / Semi Solar Slime / Clay
Release Date: September 12, 2026
Retail Price: $160
Where to Buy: adidas.com, select retailers
