With the World Cup concluded and Spain celebrating, it’s a good moment to review the style of this 2026 edition in six key trends.

Blokecore

This World Cup arrived at a unique moment. Traditionally, World Cup summers are when kits explode onto the market, refreshed specifically for the tournament. However, the 2020s brought something new to the streets: blokecore. Football design completely departed from its original function, evolving into a style we’ve seen in hundreds of workwear pieces, becoming the uniform of a new generation. For the first time, by the time the World Cup arrived, jerseys were already a trend. Football shirts stopped being mere identifiers of team loyalty and became a matter of style. This edition even saw previously overlooked goalkeeper kits join the celebration.

Retro 1994

In this tournament, hosted by three countries, the U.S. stood out. This naturally recalled the 1994 World Cup in the United States. At that time, the context was very different, with no professional league and a sport eager to enter new markets. For many current football communicators, it was their first World Cup memory. The 2026 edition evoked 1994: U.S. denim kits, Mexico goalkeeper Jorge Campos’s colorful jerseys, and oversized EQT stripes resurfaced through adidas collaborations with BAPE, Willy Chavarria, or Brain Dead.

Collaborations

While not entirely new, 2026 showcased adidas, Puma, and Nike collaborating with diverse brands across disciplines: Jacquemus, Palace, Patta, Virgil Abloh Archive, or Salehe Bembury were directly linked to teams and official kits. BAPE, Willy Chavarria, SP5DER, and KITH leveraged this momentum to connect with football beyond official deals, exploring the limits of “official” apparel. In Coca-Cola’s case, irony was part of the strategy, creating bootleg-inspired pieces.

Pink

In a tournament where each player has a color identity, pink emerged as the main conversation topic. Most major brands used pink as the base color for their boots, creating a strange uniformity: from a distance, everything looked the same. Chosen for its high contrast with the green pitch, the effect was the opposite of expected. By the second stage, adidas and Nike introduced new packs that softened the pink impact.

Football and Luxury

Since 2010, Louis Vuitton has been an official World Cup collaborator, visible in the Trophy Trunk. In 2026, LV advanced further, becoming Official Supplier and Brand Licensee, enabling limited capsule collections and luxury travel accessories inspired by the tournament. Hublot, also under LVMH, serves as official timekeeper, and Boggi Milano is FIFA’s official tailor. Among teams, Zegna dresses Portugal, Loewe Spain, and Hugo Boss the United States. Luxury has firmly entered international football competitions.

Spain’s Away Jersey

Official team kit presentations are complex, requiring balance between stories, sensitivities, and design adjustments. This year, the adidas Spain away jersey made an immediate impact at its official Los Angeles unveiling, reviving the adidas trefoil, telling a story tied to literature, and offering elegant design. Rarely do presentations receive unanimous praise. The away jersey sold out in every restock and flooded the streets (even beyond official models), creating a new phenomenon for Spain. With Spain’s victory, this jersey may already be considered a legendary design.

Time will tell whether these trends are here to stay or will be forgotten among memes. Now, there are only four years left to wait for the next edition of the World Cup.

A project born from calm

In a moment where speed dominates creation, FOOTDISTRICT and adidas propose a different approach: pause to observe, analyze, and connect. The Far Residency artistic residency provides the perfect framework, while the adidas Stan Smith becomes the focal point of a creative process that finds its fullest expression away from everyday noise. In silence, each line, texture, and form is perceived clearly, opening up a space for new interpretations.

Creation steps out of its usual context. We spoke with Srger and Dan Lam about their experience at Far Residency, about creation, and how a blank space can invite new forms of making.

Sergio Gómez Caballero (Srger): trial and error as language

Sergio Gómez Caballero (Srger) works with materiality and cultural archaeology, transforming the silhouette into a visual study. His process, born from trial and error, seeks to reinterpret forms and draw new possibilities from urban and rural environments. Each decision reflects a dialogue with materials and space: the Stan Smith ceases to be a mere object and becomes a conversation partner guiding creation. Far Residency provides calm and large-scale formats as an option.

Dan Lam (Sopopomo): sculpture as communication

Dan Lam explores visceral, tactile sculpture, transforming surfaces with resin and foam into landscapes that converse with biology and material poetry. Her work at Far Residency enhances interaction with other artists, showing that communication is a central tool in the creative process. The Stan Smith becomes a support for this sensory language, where creation is no longer a monologue.

Community as a catalyst

The project not only celebrates reinterpretation of the silhouette but also collaboration among creators. Sessions, dinners, and conversations between artists from different disciplines generate a constant flow of ideas and perspectives. Each interaction amplifies the experience, reinforcing FOOTDISTRICT and adidas’ vision: time and observation are the true engines of creativity.

A laboratory of experimentation

This initiative demonstrates how an icon like the Stan Smith can continually transform, revealing new dimensions when observed through calm and context. FOOTDISTRICT and adidas show that creation can be a collective and meditative act, where space, community, and artistic discipline converge.

At Far Residency, creation is experienced through calm. This rural setting, located in Ávila, Spain, allows us to understand the true value of the adidas Originals Stan Smith as an open space of simplicity, heritage and style, ready to be interpreted and explored.

A laboratory of calm and reflection

Far Residency is located in a quiet, non-touristic rural area of Ávila. Here, the landscape is a concrete reality that shapes the daily rhythm. The climate, scale of the surroundings, and absence of urban stimuli create a setting where attention is finely tuned.

Silence functions as a structure. Away from the bustle, artists can explore the interaction between form, texture, and concept. The Stan Smith, with its understated minimalism, reaches its fullest expression: every line and surface is perceived with clarity, like a creative space ready to reveal new possibilities.

The value of a unique space

Far Residency allows the simplicity of the Stan Smith to connect with real experimentation, led by artists Sergio Srgr and Dan Lam (Sopopomo). The absence of urgency and everyday routines enhances observation and detail: every fold, shadow, and design gesture is perceived as an object of study. It is this environment that makes it possible to appreciate how the Stan Smith condenses history, creativity, and visual culture.

The residency at Far Residency fosters interaction among artists, generating constant creative dialogue. The Stan Smith becomes a catalyst for a shared language: between materials, spaces, and diverse perspectives, the shoe acts as a meeting point for ideas, sensitivity, and experimentation.

Through the union of Far Residency and the Stan Smith, FOOTDISTRICT and adidas Originals present an initiative that combines artistic creation, calm, and community connection.

Some days ask for just one thing: go out and feel the summer. At FOOTDISTRICT, we’ve prepared an editorial to accompany those moments with everything you need: comfortable swimsuits, water floats, fishing gear for those enjoying a full summer, and even for those who have to invent it. Feel the breeze, the sun’s rays, and the freedom that long, warm days bring.

Summer isn’t just sun and sea: it’s also a time to explore, to take urban getaways, to walk trails waiting to be discovered, and to share afternoons with friends. Our editorial reflects this mix, with ideas to enjoy every space, from the sand to the city, always with a touch of style that defines the season.

So get your wardrobe and backpack ready, because summer is here, and FOOTDISTRICT is with you to make every day feel special. Amid floats, laughter, adventures, and discoveries, the season of sun and freedom begins… and you’re ready to live it.

Football as a Cultural Icon

The football has long transcended its original function, becoming a shared symbol across generations and cultures. adidas and Coca-Cola® have been part of football history, helping to build an iconography that connects millions of people. Since 1970, when adidas became the official ball, and later in 1978, when Coca-Cola became an official sponsor, their presence has been central. In 2002, during the Korea-Japan World Cup, a first collaboration between the brands—the adidas ClimaCool x Coca-Cola—became a coveted item among collectors and fans. This editorial situates the collection in the space where football ceases to be merely competition and becomes pop culture.

A Different Perspective

FOOTDISTRICT takes an unprecedented perspective: the ball stops being observed and becomes the observer. The camera captures the collection from the ball’s point of view, creating a dynamic and immersive experience. A dystopian aesthetic, with sun, sea, and industrial architecture, combines with direct references to the adidas universe: the three stripes transferred from graphic code to physical space.

Between Archive and Contemporary Culture

Pieces from adidas Originals x Coca-Cola® reimagine early 2000s elements with a contemporary sensibility. adidas Samba, Superstar, Predator, or ClimaCool transform from functional objects into links between people, places, and shared experiences. The collection integrates into a broader narrative, exploring visual memory, movement, and belonging, connecting historical archive with current pop culture.

The adidas Originals x Coca-Cola® collection is now available at FOOTDISTRICT, ready to be discovered and experienced from this new perspective, where football, style, and culture converge.

The Evolution of Lacoste

Lacoste was born from a game and from René Lacoste’s obsession with performance, even in the smallest details. The piqué polo and its iconic crocodile are the most recognized symbols of his legacy, but the same philosophy has been applied to footwear, developed over more than six decades.

Since 1958 with The René, through The Ardeur in 1985 and The Indiana in 1989, Lacoste has combined classic design with sophisticated technology in its footwear. The LT collection, including models LT 120, 121, 124, and 125, continues this tradition, offering anti-slip soles, strategic ventilation systems, and high-performance polyurethane midsoles. Every detail is designed to provide exceptional comfort for both professional and amateur tennis players, while maintaining the elegance and tennis heritage that define the Maison.

Lacoste Slam Break Premium

The Slam Break Premium continues this tradition, blending styles and settings. Built on a premium leather base, the sneaker features details inspired by historical models and the clay courts where so many tennis legends were made. Yellow accents reference modern tennis balls, while the suede heel counter and metallic crocodile enrich the brand’s narrative. ADS Foam ensures superior comfort, letting performance be felt with every step.

To present this silhouette, Lacoste teamed up with Arthur Fils, one of the young sensations in world tennis, who shares the brand’s vision of combining style, precision, and performance. His presence reinforces the connection between the sporting legacy and the urban aesthetic of the sneaker.

With the Slam Break Premium, Lacoste achieves the perfect balance between past and present: every detail reflects its sporting history while bringing freshness and style to the city. A sneaker designed for those who want a design that preserves the spirit of tennis but moves effortlessly through urban life.

An immersive experience inspired by Puerto Rico

With Bad Bunny’s arrival in Madrid, the city was filled with Caribbean energy. At FOOTDISTRICT Madrid, we brought that vibe into the store, turning it into another stop on the DTmF Tour: a pop-up dedicated to the adidas Originals x Bad Bunny Merch Tour collection. The experience begins in an airport, continues through the streets of San Juan with a spectacular flamboyán tree, a symbol of Puerto Rico, includes a juice bar and a space to watch life pass by while playing dominoes, and culminates in the most intimate area: a Caribbean home, conceived as the final stop of a journey that began as a trip.

Every detail is designed so visitors can explore the adidas x Bad Bunny Merch Tour collection in an environment that reflects Bad Bunny’s history and creativity.

Opening and Shared Energy

To launch the experience, we invited friends of FOOTDISTRICT on a personalized tour with drinks, music and dancing. The energy of the moment filled the store and accompanied the spirit of the tour throughout its duration.

Dates and Hours

The adidas x Bad Bunny Merch Tour pop-up store will be open in Madrid from May 29 to June 15, 2026.

• Monday – Saturday: 10:30 – 21:00
• Sunday: 11:00 – 18:00

Address: C/ de Valverde 35, Madrid

With the arrival of the DTmF Tour in Europe, FOOTDISTRICT Madrid becomes a new space dedicated to the adidas x Bad Bunny Merch Tour, a meeting point between music, identity, and physical experience.

Madrid as a Meeting Point for Bad Bunny, adidas, and FOOTDISTRICT

In recent years, Madrid has become the center of Latin culture in Europe, a city open to music, and Bad Bunny knows this well: 10 concerts sold out almost instantly.

To celebrate Bad Bunny’s visit, FOOTDISTRICT transforms its Madrid store into the stage of an immersive experience built around the adidas x Bad Bunny Merch Tour, turning every corner into part of a journey from Puerto Rico to the world.

A Journey Inspired by Puerto Rico

The experience unfolds like a journey. The first space recreates an airport terminal, serving both as a starting point and as a symbol of arrival. Visitors are greeted by the red blooms of the flamboyán, the tree that has become a symbol of Puerto Rico and inspired the new edition of the adidas x Bad Bunny Ballerina “Flamboyan.”

The journey continues along a street inspired by Puerto Rico, built from everyday references and neighborhood codes reminiscent of Old San Juan—the colors, the cobblestones, and the chinchorros, small bars where you can stop for a drink and play a game of dominoes.

After passing through the airport and the streets, the tour ends in a more intimate setting: a Puerto Rican home, designed as the emotional conclusion of the story.

Every element is designed so visitors can explore the collection in an environment connected to its story, understanding the project as a physical extension of the creative universe Bad Bunny built around the DTmF Tour.

Dates and Opening Hours

The adidas x Bad Bunny Merch Tour pop-up store will be open to the public in Madrid from May 29 to June 15, 2026.

Monday – Saturday: 10:30 – 21:00
Sunday: 11:00 – 18:00
Address: C/ de Valverde 35, Madrid

Jordan Room Transformed into an Urban Stage

Our Jordan Room in Madrid, dedicated to the history and legacy of Jordan, was filled with music, drinks, and snacks that transported us to New York. But the real highlight was the custom Claw Arcade, inspired by classic fair machines, where attendees, with a bit of skill, could win prizes such as stickers, discount codes, a BMX helmet, and a BMX customized in the colors of the Air Jordan 4 “Brick After Brick”.

The great atmosphere, shared excitement, and interaction with the game turned the launch into a true meeting point, where each participant could test their skills, enjoy themselves, and connect with other sneaker fans. Each purchase included a personalized tote bag and a ticket to play, making each pair of sneakers also a gateway to fun and surprises.

Prizes and Exclusivity

The grand prize, the custom BMX and helmet, along with other gifts and discounts, reinforced the launch’s spirit as more than a purchase: a complete experience, full of history, culture, community, and shared moments.

Thank you to everyone who participated!

DTmF Hits Europe

Bad Bunny’s DTmF Tour started in Puerto Rico as a celebration of his bond with the island and the cultural universe built around DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS. After kicking off at home, the tour now arrives in Europe with stops in Paris, London, Lisbon, Warsaw, Stockholm, Madrid, and Barcelona. Madrid hosts the largest number of European dates, strengthening the connection between Bad Bunny and his Spanish audience.

The adidas x Bad Bunny Tour Merch collection was born from this idea: to make every tour stop an extension of Benito’s creative universe.

A Partnership Built with FOOTDISTRICT

Over the past years, FOOTDISTRICT has been part of key moments in the Bad Bunny x adidas universe. Through dedicated editorials and special activations, the relationship has grown around a shared vision of contemporary culture, music, and product.

One standout moment was transforming FOOTDISTRICT Madrid into a musical embassy of San Juan, bringing visual, auditory, and cultural references from Bad Bunny’s creative world into the space. This connection continues with the arrival of DTmF Tour Merch.

adidas x Bad Bunny Tour Merch: A Collection Inspired by the Journey

The collection combines T-shirts, sportswear, and reimagined adidas Originals classics like the Firebird jacket. Each piece includes graphics inspired by different European tour cities while maintaining a constant connection to adidas’ archival heritage.

Contemporary construction meets Puerto Rican culture in a bold palette of red, yellow, black, and white, creating a visual language that reflects the tour’s aesthetics.

The adidas x Bad Bunny Tour Merch collection is now available at FOOTDISTRICT.