PHOTO COURTESY OF JW ANDERSON
Nearly 50 years after its track debut, Diadora's Equipe returns through the latest JW Anderson x Diadora collaboration. This time, Jonathan Anderson reimagines one of Italy’s most enduring athletic silhouettes through his unmistakably playful lens.
PHOTO COURTESY OF JW ANDERSON
Originally introduced in 1975 for elite athletes, the low-profile sneaker was built for speed across both track and road. Long before vintage runners became fashion favourites, the silhouette already balanced functionality with streamlined design. Now, in this reworking, performance heritage merges with bold colour and understated detailing.
Crafted in Italy at Diadora’s original factory in Montebelluna, Veneto, the trainer is a joyful collision of colour and craft. Available in Empire Red, Green Night, Navy Night and Princess Blue, the Equipe channels retro nostalgia through saturated tones and refined details. JW Anderson’s signature lace medallion further sharpens the playful attitude running throughout the collection.
Elsewhere, the tongue features a JW Anderson x Diadora label, while embroidered Diadora 1975 branding appears across the heel counter. Beneath it sits an additional JW Anderson tag, subtly reinforcing the collaboration. Lightweight textile, suede and leather panels are finished using stone-washed and wax treatments inspired by the brand’s 1970s archive.
Priced at SGD620, the JW Anderson x Diadora Equipe sneaker is available in sizes 35 to 46. One detail worth noting before checkout, however, is that sizing up may offer the better fit.
