Stella McCartney and adidas Race Ahead With the New Rasant

Building on adidas and Stella McCartney’s long-standing relationship, the two reintroduce the Rasant in a fresh, collaborative design, which debuted at Stella McCartney’s Spring/Summer 2025 Paris Fashion Week show last September.

Derived from the German word for ‘rapid,’ the Rasant’s name is a nod to the sneaker’s sporty, racing-inspired roots. Additionally, the shoe takes cues from adidas’ Monza sneaker, a silhouette worn in the ’70s and ’80s with a racing pedigree to match. The Monza also celebrates a full circle moment for both brands as the sneaker was first spotted on Stella McCartney’s Spring/Summer 2002 runway back in 2001 — a pivotal show that sparked the conversation leading to their long-running collaboration. Fast-forward to 2025 and the Monza’s spiritual successor — the Rasant, brings it all full circle.

This new version of the Rasant comes in white and red colorways, featuring tassels at the back for a subtle wing-like effect. The design leans into Y2K influences while being entirely vegan, using animal-free materials as a modern alternative to nubuck leather.