CLOT x adidas Gazelle “Crepe Sole” Pack: When Streetwear Gets Fancy

You know that feeling when you see a sneaker collab that makes you do a double-take? That’s exactly what happened when I first glimpsed Edison Chen’s latest work with adidas. I was scrolling through my feed last night, cup of tea in hand, when boom—the new CLOT x adidas Gazelle “Crepe Sole” Pack popped up, and I nearly spilled my Earl Grey all over my keyboard.

Let’s be real. I’ve been covering sneaker drops for over a decade now, and it takes something special to get me excited these days. But there’s something about this particular collaboration that feels different—like finding that perfect song that wasn’t on your radar but instantly becomes your jam.

What Makes This Collab Special?

The first thing you’ll notice about these kicks is that chunky crepe sole. It’s like someone took the classic Gazelle silhouette we all know and love and gave it platform shoes. I remember wearing crepe-soled desert boots back in college (yeah, I’m dating myself here), and there’s something incredibly satisfying about that soft, bouncy feeling under your feet. It’s like walking on slightly firm marshmallows—not that I’ve tried walking on marshmallows, but you get what I mean.

Edison Chen, the mastermind behind CLOT, has always had this knack for taking something familiar and turning it into something you suddenly can’t live without. I met him briefly at a fashion week event years ago, and even in a five-minute conversation, his passion for reinterpreting classics was obvious.

Tale of Two Colorways

The pack comes in two colorways, and choosing between them might be tougher than deciding what to watch on Netflix after scrolling for 30 minutes.

First up is the “Crew White” version. Picture this: creamy white suede that looks soft enough to nap on, with this subtle milky pattern that reminds me of marble countertops. My wife and I were looking at kitchen renovations last month, and I kept pointing at this exact pattern saying, “This one!” Now I can just point at my feet instead.

Then there’s the “Night Marine” colorway, which is basically the cool kid at school who doesn’t try too hard but still stands out. The deep navy blue base gets livened up with these punchy green and yellow accents. It reminds me of looking out at the ocean at night, with those little lights from boats dotting the darkness. Maybe that’s a stretch, but hey, sneakers make me poetic sometimes.

The Devil’s in the Details

What really sets these apart from your average kicks is the attention to detail. The overlocked stitching (that’s the slightly raised stitching you can feel if you run your finger along it) gives them this handcrafted vibe. And then there’s the gold-foil branding—subtle but luxurious, like when you find out your favorite coffee shop uses slightly fancier cups on Tuesdays for no particular reason.

The mix of suede and satin is also worth mentioning. It’s like these sneakers can’t decide if they want to go to a skate park or a fancy dinner, so they decide to be ready for both. I’ve always been a fan of that versatility—kinda like those pants that zip off into shorts, but, you know, actually cool.

The Waiting Game

Now for the not-so-great news: these beauties aren’t dropping until March 2025. That’s right—we’ve got to wait more than a year to get our hands on them. It reminds me of when my local bakery posts pictures of their weekend specials on Monday morning. Just cruel.

No word on pricing yet either, which usually means “start saving now.” Based on previous CLOT collabs, I’m guessing these won’t be budget-friendly, but then again, when have the best things in life been cheap? Except maybe that taco truck around the corner from my first apartment—$1 tacos that tasted like heaven. But I digress.

Worth the Wait?

So, are these worth marking your calendar for? In my humble opinion as someone who has too many sneakers already (don’t tell my wife), absolutely. There’s something about this collection that bridges the gap between everyday wearability and statement piece.

The crepe sole adds that extra bit of comfort and uniqueness, while the premium materials elevate them from “just another pair of Gazelles” to something you’ll want to keep clean for as long as possible—at least for the first week before you inevitably step in a puddle or spill coffee on them like I always do.

Whether you’re a dedicated sneakerhead with shelves of pristine shoes or just someone who appreciates good design, this CLOT x adidas collab feels like one worth watching. I’ll be setting my alarm for the drop date, coffee in hand, credit card at the ready—because some things are worth losing sleep over, and for me, these definitely make the cut.