Hilary Duff is putting a fresh Hollywood spotlight on a retro Adidas trainer, stepping out in the $110 Japan Low Top Shoes as the sleek, low profile style gains momentum among celebrities.
The 38-year-old actress was photographed in Los Angeles on 20 August wearing the black and white Adidas Japan shoes, pairing the trainers with a sporty, off duty outfit. Her choice comes as the style has also been embraced by fellow star Anne Hathaway, while other celebrities have helped fuel a wider resurgence in streamlined Adidas footwear.
The Japan shoes are a strikingly understated alternative to the chunkier trainers that have dominated casual fashion in recent years. With their slim profile, classic three stripe branding and retro design, they offer a versatile silhouette that can work with everything from workout clothes to everyday streetwear.
Hilary Duff Makes the Retro Adidas Shoes Look Effortless
Duff kept her styling relaxed, showing exactly why the Japan shoes are appealing as an everyday trainer.
She wore the black and white pair with a black workout set, a loose white button up shirt, crew socks, green sunglasses and a black saddle bag. The combination gave the retro trainers a polished but practical feel, making them look just as suitable for running errands as for a casual day out.
And while the shoes have a distinctly vintage appearance, comfort appears to be part of their appeal.
The Japan shoes feature small perforations that allow for breathability, alongside arch support. One shopper praised their ability to cope with spending long periods on their feet, saying the style had proved it could handle the pressure of a full working day while also making outfits look more polished.
The exact pair worn by Duff is currently listed at $110 at Nordstrom, making the celebrity approved style considerably more accessible than many designer trainers regularly seen on Hollywood stars.
Hollywood Is Giving the Low Profile Trainer a Revival
Duff is not alone in turning to the Japan silhouette.
Anne Hathaway has also worn the Adidas Japan shoes, helping give the retro trainer a stronger celebrity presence this summer. Hathaway has been photographed styling the low profile design in a more fashion forward way, proving the shoes can move beyond casual sportswear.
The wider Adidas revival has also included stars such as Jessica Alba, Lily Collins and Mariska Hargitay, although they have opted for different silhouettes from the brand. That distinction is important: Hollywood's current Adidas obsession is broader than the Japan shoes alone, but Duff and Hathaway are putting particular attention on the streamlined design.
The Japan shoes themselves have a long history. The design dates back to 1964, when it was created in Japan ahead of the Tokyo Olympics, giving the current trend a genuine retro pedigree rather than making it simply another new season fashion release.
For years, Adidas Sambas have been the go to low profile trainer for celebrities and fashion insiders. The Japan shoes, however, offer a slightly different take on the same understated aesthetic.
With Duff now joining Hathaway in championing the style, the Japan shoe revival could be one of the next major shifts in celebrity sneaker culture, replacing the familiar Samba silhouette with something even more pared back and quietly nostalgic.
