Rick Owens x adidas SS27 Unveils Climate-Ready Collaboration
Rick Owens presented his SS27 "STONE" menswear collection during Paris Fashion Week with striking punctuality, introducing a climate-conscious adidas collaboration centered on fan-inflated ClimaCool outerwear and an unreleased 2027 running shoe. The collection balanced radical design—hand-piped latex construction and architectural Tensegrity chaps—with functional thermal innovation amid a punishing Paris heatwave.
By Ava Rodriguez
Rick Owens' approach to seasonal presentations has long favored theatrical timing and environmental commentary. His SS27 showing defied the industry's habitual delays, arriving on schedule at the Palais de Tokyo's exposed concrete grounds during one of the city's most oppressive heat cycles. The timing underscored a collection philosophy centered on material innovation and adaptive wear.
The adidas partnership manifests across two primary pillars: apparel engineering and footwear. The ClimaCool outerwear line—using fan-inflation technology rather than traditional insulation—represents a departure from seasonal convention, prioritizing active cooling over bulk. This technical approach aligns with adidas' established climate-control protocols while maintaining Owens' signature sculptural aesthetic.
Design Direction
Beyond outerwear, the collection embraces Owens' radical design vocabulary. Hand-piped latex tops introduce tactile complexity, while the Tensegrity chaps reference both avant-garde architecture and athletic construction. These pieces signal that the collaboration transcends typical brand partnerships—neither party compromises its design language for commercial appeal.
The unreleased 2027 running silhouette marks a notable entry point for the partnership. Few details have surfaced, but positioning it within Owens' collection rather than as a standalone drop suggests integration into a broader footwear narrative for the designer.
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Release Info
Availability: Paris Fashion Week presentation; retail availability and specific dates not yet confirmed
Price: To be announced
Where to Buy: adidas and Rick Owens channels (forthcoming)
Note: adidas is currently running significant promotions across its catalog, with an average of 38% off select styles at major retailers, though this collection's pricing tier and discount eligibility remain unclear pending official release.
