The seventh chapter between Song for the Mute and adidas Originals, ADI007, recalls the charm of mismatched childhood uniforms – a world of hand-me-downs, scuffed school shoes, the unintentional style of youth. A wardrobe built from what’s at hand, practical, playful, imperfect.

The footwear leads through two direct references to youth. The SFTM reworked TOKYO recalls low-profile gym shoes worn during school sports, paired with long socks and short shorts. Rendered in nylon and mesh, the uppers are lightweight, the heel crushed with an elasticated, ballerina-like execution, softened by paint splattered contrast suede overlays. Scuffing across the outsole suggests use over time, the wear of movement and play. The palette – beige, blue, black – nods to antiquated sports uniforms.

In contrast, the SAMBA LX FREIZEIT draws from the school shoe – built to last, worn daily, shaped by corridors and playgrounds. Brown full-grain and black smooth, almost glossy leather give a structured rigidity. A taped protective layer wraps the upper and sole, reinforced with stitched welt detailing. One pair carries contrast stitching, the other remains tonal – both finished with off-white suede three-stripes.