Since Y-3‘s inception in 2002, the collaborative brand has always been a few steps ahead of the curve. The combination of Adidas‘ athletic and lifestyle roots with Yohji Yamamoto‘s high fashion runway approach struck a cord with Yohji’s largest audience yet. Y-3 can be considered as one of the forefathers of the entire athleisure trend which gained major popularity in 2012-present. Y-3’s line of apparel, noted for using a lack of colour and sticking to black & white, introduces cutting-edge silhouettes with incredibly modern apparel technologies.
When you hear Y-3 most people will instinctively associate it with their sneakers and for a good reason. Y-3’s sneaker designs and technologies often times trickle down into Adidas’ original line. The most notable example is the Adidas Originals Tubular, which was originally a Qasa prototype.
There is no doubt that Y-3’s reach has gone far beyond New York Fashion week attendees and high fashion enthusiasts. Actors, musicians, athletes etc. are all hopping on the Y-3 train. With the arrival of Y-3‘s Fall 2016 collection at Boys’Co, we’ve compiled a list of our favourite celebrities rocking what is definitely one of our favourite brands.
1. Justin Bieber
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While out shopping at Dior in London, Justin Bieber kept it casual. The 22 year old, wore a grey long sleeve Supreme sweatshirt, Y-3 digital high waisted pants, which he paired with white ultra boost Adidas sneakers and this season’s Dior eye catching metallic sunglasses.
2. A$AP Rocky
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Asap Rocky has definitely established his persona in both the rap and fashion world. Known for his streetwear and high fashion infused taste in style, it is no surprise that he’s spotted rocking Y-3. Pictured above he’s seen wearing a monochromatic Y-3 T-shirt in combination with a pair of YSL distressed denim and a relaxed pair of Adidas sneakers.
3. Nick Young
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Nick Young was spotted in Beverly Hills, California wearing a Most Hated long sleeve t-shirt ($72), Supreme track pants and Y-3 sneakers.
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Los Angeles shooting guard and small forward Nick Young is definitely amongst the more fashionable athletes in the NBA. Pictured above he’s seen wearing what is one of our personal favourite Y-3 pieces, the Uni Biker t-shirt. This elongated and drapey T-shirt dropped as part of the Spring 2016 collection earlier and sold out right away.
4. Jerry Lorenzo
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Jerry Lorenzo posed recently with a fellow designer, Moschino’s Jeremy Scott. The Fear of God Creative Director, Lorenzo, styled himself again with a headscarf – a recent favorite – as well as a Vintage Jane’s Addiction T-Shirt, Fear of God Selvedge Denim Vintage Indigo Jeans ($895) and Y-3 Primeknit Pure Boost ZG Sneakers ($350).
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Another monochromatic look but this time from Fear of Gods‘ incredibly stylish founder Jerry Lorenzo. Grungy visionary turned overnight high fashion superstar should definitely be on the list of people to watch this year. Pictured above he’s seen wearing a pair of the Y-3 Pure Boost ZG Knit which dropped as part of their footwear lineup for Spring 2016.
5. Joe Jonas
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Probably a little unexpected to see one of the Jonas Brothers amongst the list of celebrities to wear Y–3, but Joe Jonas can be seen here wearing a pair of the Collegiate pull tie paneled sneakers in this laid-back look.
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Joe Jonas was spotted out and about with his style matching the summer weather. The 26-year old entertainer wore a striped tank top, black shorts, and Y-3 Laver slip on sneakers.
6. Kanye West
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Kanye West has arrived in Paris for fashion week. The 37-year old entertainer was spotted with his wife Kim Kardashian and daughter North entering the Royal Monceau hotel. Kanye wore a Cerruti 1881 Paris tartan check wool coat ($2,763), a black Haider Ackermann velvet sweater with a scarf wrapped around his neck, black ripped jeans, and Adidas Y-3 Yohji Boost sneakers ($295). What do you think of his look?
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Kanye West is also amongst the list of rappers who has been spotted wearing Y-3 from time to time. Above he’s wearing a pair of the Yohji Runs which usually come back every other season. The Yohji Run utilize a boost sole and sock-like upper, making them the perfect option when you want to stunt your favourite streetwear look while still feeling comfortable.
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Kanye West went to support the nephew of his friend, designer Tracey Mills, at a Brentwood high school basketball in Los Angeles, California. He was rocking a grey tee, a pair of black John Elliott + Co. Escobar sweatpants ($176), and white Y-3 Qasa Racer low-top sneakers from the Spring/Summer 2014 Collection.
7. James Harden
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James Harden attended Chaz A. Jordan’s Ih Nom Uh Nit Spring/Summer 2019 Milan Fashion Week show wearing an Ih Nom Uh Nit jacket and t-shirt with a pair of James Harden x Y-3 sneakers.
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James Harden and PJ Tucker arrived for Rockets vs Warriors NBA Playoffs Game 1. James was rocking his Harden x Y-3 button shirt and sneakers, while PJ Tucker wore a custom Balmain jacket and Saint Laurent boots.
