Brain Dead Resurrect the adidas Forest Hill with a Hairy Twist

and are digging deep into the archives once again, this time resurrecting adi’s classic tennis sneaker. Originally introduced in 1976 and named after the Queens neighbourhood that hosted the US Open, the Forest Hills silhouette is known for its clean lines and lightweight build. For this latest collaboration, the proudly psychedelic Brain Dead collective injects their signature aesthetic into the silhouette, swapping out traditional leather for shaggy suede in four distinct colourways.

The ‘Branch’ combo arrives in monstrous green hairy suede with maroon leather accents that comes paired with white stripes featuring contrast stitching. The ‘Core Black’ version mixes brown and cream-coloured leather overlays atop a black suede base, offering a rich, textural contrast. For sneakerheads who appreciate the OG Forest Hills model, the ‘Crew White’ colourway takes cues from the classic ‘Metallic Gold’ edition, layering blue, green, and yellow stripes over a white foundation. Finally, the ‘Shadow Brown’ pair makes a bold statement with red details and blue zig-zag stitching around the heel.

The most notable design aspect, however, is the removal of the traditional rubber toe cap, which is replaced by the same hairy suede utilised across the upper.

The Brain Dead x adidas Forest Hill collection is expected to launch sometime in April via adidas and select retailers. Pricing is yet to be confirmed, but expect more details as the release date approaches.