Does it really get any better than an original or any brand getting a little make over - we think not.
The new limited edition adidas originals feature the traditional 3 stripe branding that adidas is famous for along with hot new colour ways for Spring and a range of different suedes to optimise the comfort, style and performance. 
The Gazelle is a continuation of a previous shoe that Adidas had created called the Olympiade which was a running shoe. When it first launched, it released in two versions: a red version with similar elements to the Olympiade and mainly aimed to be used in outside settings and a blue version which was aimed for indoor activities. Each one had specific tractions to suit their specific environment as well. The Gazelle also marked the first shoe to be created with suede by Adidas instead of canvas or leather.
In 1979, Adidas decided to go back to their old catalog of shoes and find ways to reinvent them in order to resell them or make them popular again. The Gazelle was one of those shoes which saw its designed changed from a general training shoe to one used for handball. The main design feature that set it apart from the previous models was the use of a transparent sole which Adidas' other shoes did not have.
Outside of sports, the hip-hop scene in Europe, specifically in Britain with Britpop, helped make the shoe take off as it was an affordable option for many that wanted to stylish shoe that wasn't as expensive as other offerings.
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