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Throwback Thursday: These 80's Adidas Shoes Are Hip Again

How do you step back into the 80s without looking so 'yesterday'? Adidas was wondering the same, so they went on a throwback mission by revisiting the 80s and pumping up their old ZX kicks with bright neon and leather stripes. This is what happened. The Adidas ZX700 and ZX750 might just be the right mix of nostalgic and new you're looking for.

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Throwback Thursday: These Adidas shoes are 29 years old

Throwback Thursday: One of Adidas big hits was the launch of the ZX series, which kicked off in 1984. The new line won over a lot of running adepts back then, and the reissue of this classic silhouette is seducing today’s retro sneaker lovers.

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Today, Adidas says their 1980's shoes are hip again

Adidas decided to meet Doc Emmet Brown, borrowed his time machine, had a blast to the past, and went back to the future again – giving retro another try.

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The Adidas team chose 2 models from the famous ZX range – ZX 700 and ZX 750 – and gave a fresh new look to the iconic ZX models with its decidedly more modern-esque feel.

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The updated version combines textile and suede in the upper and a breathable mesh lining and cushioning in the tongue, collar and heel. To give it a street edge, bright neons and block colours have been injected into the iconic silhouette, in particular, the ZX700 and ZX750 range.

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The revamp of the ZX700 and ZX750 for SS13 features bright neons and colour blocking on its iconic silhouette – so fresh that it appeared in JUICE’s fashion shoot last issue.

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Today: what they look like in electric blue and white

Throwback Thursday: These 80's Adidas Shoes Are Hip Again!

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Today: What they look like with red insides

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Today: What they look like in grey and gold

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Today: What they look like in black and yellow, black and yellow

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Other ZX shoes you might love

Throwback Thursday: These 80's Adidas Shoes Are Hip Again ! Adidas Originals ZX 700s

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Throwback Thursday: These 80's Adidas Shoes Are Hip Again ! Adidas Originals Women's ZX 700

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Throwback Thursday: These 80's Adidas Shoes Are Hip Again! Adidas ZX 700 Oddity

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Throwback Thursday: These 80's Adidas Shoes Are Hip Again! The Adidas ZX 700 “Colorblast

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Throwback Thursday: These 80's Adidas Shoes Are Hip Again! Adidas ZX 750 Q35455

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Throwback Thursday: These 80's Adidas Shoes Are Hip Again! To give it a street edge, bright neons and block colours have been injected into the iconic silhouette, in particular, the ZX700 and ZX750 range.

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Adidas ZX 750 Garnet Cardinal / Silver Q23661. A smooth textile upper with vintage suede overlays and a rubber toe bumper add to the retro feel of these men's Adidas Originals ZX 750 shoes. The shoes have a breathable mesh lining, reflective details and a heel counter for stability.

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Trivia: ZX shoes were designed to be THE one to fit all runners

The ZX concept was created by a motivation and desire from Adidas to create a collection of range shoes that would collectively cover all runners’ needs: from all-terrain to road runners, from joggers to competitive long distance runners.

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With innovation and research, the Adidas ZX range became 1 of the best running shoes of the ‘80s. Each model was carefully designed for comfort and practicality; their heels were designed for running impact. The ZX shoes were not only popular on the track, it also proved popular on the streets

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One of the best running sneakers produced by Adidas in the late Eighties, the ZX 600 is part of the ZX series and, together with the ZX 800 and 700, it's made history. A highly technological shoe: Adidas was set to rival Nike and its Air sole system.

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Get your own pair of new ZX shoes!

Adidas Originals ZX700 and ZX750 SS13 is retailed at RM340 and RM370 respectively for both men and women and is available at Adidas Originals Concept stores Mid Valley, Pavilion, KLCC and Lot 10

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Visit the official Adidas website

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Throwback sidetrack: These slippers are super nostalgic too..

Adissage is a uni-sex slide-style sandal. Available in black, navy, light blue, black with pink, and other assorted colours, the sandal has the trademarked three stripes on a velcro strap toward the front of the shoe.

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