The adidas Superstar CLOT by Edison Chen 'Black' (2024) marks a bold evolution of the iconic shell-toe silhouette through a lens of Eastern philosophy and modern streetwear refinement. In collaboration with Hong Kong-based label CLOT, co-founded by Edison Chen, this release reimagines the Superstar by stripping away conventional branding in favor of minimalist craftsmanship and symbolic design rooted in Taoist balance.OverviewCrafted with a black silk-like upper patterned in jacquard, the sneaker nods to traditional Chinese textile motifs, a signature CLOT design language seen in prior collaborations. The classic Three Stripes are subtly embroidered rather than applied as overlays, while the traditional rubber shell toe remains intact, grounding the design in adidas heritage. Notably, this iteration features a detachable leather shroud that conceals the laces—an homage to inner harmony and hidden strength. The co-branded tongue tags feature yin-yang inspired emblems, reinforcing the Taoist inspiration. A semi-translucent outsole reveals further symbolic artwork underneath, completing this artful reinterpretation of one of adidas' most iconic models.Key Highlights• CLOT Collaboration Led by Edison Chen: Infuses Taoist philosophy and traditional Eastern aesthetics into the Superstar design.• Premium Jacquard Silk Upper: Features intricate black-on-black patterning reminiscent of Chinese brocade, offering a luxurious, textured look.• Minimalist Three Stripes Execution: Embroidered detailing replaces the usual overlays for a refined and understated finish.