Hip. Weird. Disruptive. Outside-the-box. All words that can be used to describe the work of Brain Dead, the Los Angeles-based brand led by founder and creative director Kyle Ng. Its 2024 adidas Bowling shoe collab is a prime example—a revival of an obscure model from 1978 created specifically for the sport it’s named after.
Following last year’s release of the white-based “Lefty” and black-based “Righty” colorways in celebration of Brain Dead’s 10-year anniversary, the Brain Dead x adidas Bowling returns in a third colorway created in collaboration with Dover Street Market. This iteration features an all-black premium leather upper with white contrast stitching, a white leather heel tab adorned with Brain Dead’s Logo Head, and gold foil adidas and Dover Street Market branding on the lateral side panel. Underfoot, the wooden slide sole and rubber stop heel come in all black to complete the monochromatic look.
While the adidas Bowling shoe is designed specifically for the bowling alley, its stylish and formal aesthetic is sure to appeal to fashionistas looking to wear it casually. If worn off the lanes, it’s recommended to scuff the soles beforehand to reduce slipperiness.
The Brain Dead x Dover Street Market x adidas Bowling drops April 17th at Dover Street Market locations and on the DSM E-SHOP. Check out the exclusive colorway below.
Brain Dead x Dover Street Market x adidas Bowling
Color: Core Black/Core Black/Gold Metallic
Style Code: JP9838
Release Date: April 17, 2025
Price: $230 USD
Resell: StockX
