Stella McCartney embraces nature for her latest Adidas collection

MANILA, Philippines - Adidas by Stella McCartney is not just a fashion brand that happens to be suitable for sports — it is, foremost, an athletic wear label that fashionable athletes just love. On-court fashionista Caroline Wozniacki, for example, debuted Adidas by Stella McCartney’s Barricade range at Wimbledon in June. Andrea Petkovic and Laura Robson wears Stella as well. The US Open will introduce an edited selection of match ensembles for day and night, with bright shades of red and pink making an impact in New York during the day and sophisticated nude and ginger hues at night.

With the sportswear-turn-streetwear trends still going strong, Adidas by Stella McCartney continues to earn points on and off the court. Its fall/winter collection hits the spot with prints and hues inspired by nature. Reminiscent of the authenticity and energy found in the earth’s natural surroundings, eye-catching all-over wood and animal prints combined with neutral, earthy shades amplified by bold flourishes of color — the collection entices the wearer to the outdoors to embrace the open air. It unites aesthetically compelling, standout style with supreme functional performance.

“This season I was inspired by the elements of nature and the sense of freedom and individuality that it allows. All-over statement prints are complemented by an earth-based palette of autumnal tones and wintery hues, while a play on structure and sleek lines is tempered by voluminous outer layers and cover-ups. I’m also really proud to continue to offer a collection that incorporates sustainable elements wherever possible,” says Stella McCartney.

This season’s Run Range is influenced by the exhilarating freedom and adventure of trail running. Performance longsleeves, 3/4 tights, shorts and nylon tees in all-over wood grain prints are enhanced by an enveloping autumnal palette of deep reds, forest greens and earthy browns reminiscent of woodland terrain. As temperatures start to fall, revolutionary new ClimaHeat technology in performance midlayers and winter tights offers exceptional insulation for runners who love the great outdoors through the use of hollow fibres that trap warm air and maintain body heat.

Suggestive of nature’s reflective and harmonious balance, the Yoga range introduces a new visual and performance-focused aesthetic based on complimentary contrasts. Ultra-feminine, seamless dip-dye base layers in poppy pink and natural gray sit alongside loose-fit sweatshirts and woven pants in clementine and platinum mauve for ultimate manoeuvrability and comfort, as organic, neutral tones are accentuated by vivid splashes of color. The highlight of the range is a woven all-in-one cover-up with batwing sleeves, tailor-fit cuffs and ruched waist detailing available in rose tan and natural gray, which presents the perfect outer layer for use before or after sessions. To complement style options within the yoga range, this season’s Studio selection features performance longtights and 7/8 tees specially designed for winter, with mesh hoodies and quilted jackets adding a Stella edge.

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Adidas by Stella McCartney is available at Adidas boutiques.