adidas Originals Thug Club Launch Marks Global Streetwear Debut

Seoul meets sport in a fearless expression of modern streetwear. Fresh off the success of their Korea-exclusive capsule earlier this year, adidas Originals and Thug Club reunite to present their first global head-to-toe collection  a bold evolution that brings the Seoul-based label’s rebellious aesthetic to audiences worldwide. Officially dropping October 20, 2025, the Fall/Winter 2025 adidas Originals x Thug Club lineup embodies creativity, heritage, and defiance in equal measure.

The Spirit of Thug Club

Founded in 2018, Thug Club has become one of South Korea’s most distinct streetwear voices, pulling inspiration from hip-hop and chopper bike culture while channeling raw emotion and individuality into every piece. The label’s mission is rooted in authentic self-expression and freedom from convention  values that deeply resonate with adidas Originals’ own legacy of self-made style.

As described by Design Scene, Thug Club’s aesthetic blends “metal emblems, layered materials, and structured silhouettes” to redefine craft in a postmodern world. Their latest partnership with adidas expands that language into global territory.

A Duel Between Heritage and Rebellion

The adidas Originals x Thug Club Fall/Winter 2025 collection recodes the DNA of the Three Stripes through a distinctly Korean streetwear lens. Influenced by fencing and medieval duelist culture, this range combines past tradition with futuristic detail  mirroring Thug Club’s dual nature of refinement and rebellion.

As Hypebeast notes, the collection “finds design inspiration in the sport of fencing, reinterpreting medieval influence through the lens of modern duelists.”

Statement Footwear

Two icons lead the charge:

• Superstar Boot Luxe TB  A dramatic reimagining of one of adidas’ most recognized silhouettes. This model features a custom shell-toe, leather upper, and polished metal Thug Club emblem, transforming the classic Superstar into a fashion-forward boot that straddles the line between sport and armor.

• GSG9 Boot  Initially built for tactical performance, the GSG9 now returns with a layered construction of overdyed suede, leather, and Cordura. It features an asymmetric toe cap and a signature metal insignia, adding a raw, utilitarian edge to the design.

As Sneaker Bar Detroit confirms, both pairs will retail globally  priced at $170–$180 USD  and feature Thug Club’s precision metal detailing as functional art.

Apparel with Attitude

Extending the story beyond footwear, the apparel range infuses fencing references with Thug Club’s signature grunge luxury. Pieces include washed hoodies, sweatpants, graphic tees, and track jackets, each designed with a lived-in patina and the signature Thug Club metal emblem. Also featured are washed caps with faux-leather Three Stripes and a padded utility bag that completes the duelist uniform.

Every piece echoes Thug Club’s creative tension between chaos and structure. The design process reimagines adidas Originals’ sport heritage through themes of mastery, movement, and defiance  creating fashion that feels both timeless and radical.

A Global Launch Rooted in Korea

Available worldwide on adidas.com, on the Confirmed app, and at select retailers, the adidas Originals x Thug Club Fall/Winter 2025 collection also includes exclusive colorways reserved for Korea, honoring the label’s home base and loyal community.

As the team stated in their official release, “This collaboration is a world built from Seoul  rebellious, raw, and ready for every culture that wears it.”

Release Details

• Collection Release Date: October 20, 2025

• Retail Platforms: adidas.com, Confirmed App, and select global retailers

• Exclusive Regional Drop: South Korea

• Featured Footwear: Superstar Boot Luxe TB ($170) and GSG9 Boot ($180)

With this latest collaboration, adidas Originals and Thug Club fuse sport, culture, and craftsmanship into a shared vision of modern style  one where confidence is armor and every stripe tells a story.