The Bad Bunny x adidas Originals Ballerina “Vivid Red” Gets a Release Date: Here’s How To Get a Pair

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The adidas x Bad Bunny Ballerina in the “Vivid Red” colorway will release on May 30th. This shoe, style code KI7916, will retail for $120 USD and be available through the CONFIRMED App and adidas.

adidas Originals and Bad Bunny will release the Ballerina shoe in a bright red color on May 30th. The timing of the release is special – it coincides with the blooming of the Flamboyán trees in Puerto Rico, making a direct connection between the shoe and Bad Bunny’s home island. This makes it one of the most culturally meaningful color choices for the Ballerina so far.

As a huge Bad Bunny fan, I instantly understood the significance of the Flamboyán tree being central to his new Adidas release. It’s not just a pretty red shoe; that tree is the symbol of summer in Puerto Rico, something anyone who grew up there recognizes immediately. It’s so cool that Bad Bunny and Adidas didn’t just pick a vibrant color and then try to connect it to a story – they built the whole release around something deeply meaningful to his culture and his own experiences. It really shows a level of respect and understanding that I appreciate.

This shoe builds on the popular design of the original Ballerina, released in 2025. It features high-quality suede on the toe and heel for a premium feel, and elastic laces offer both a modern look and a snug, secure fit. Subtle “Benito” branding near the iconic Three Stripes, along with a unique size tag on the outside, highlight the collaboration’s personal touch. The shoe’s design is inspired by the adidas Taekwondo shoe from the early 2000s – a performance shoe for martial arts – but has been updated with a lower profile, first seen with Bad Bunny in 2024 and then released to the public in 2025. The Vivid Red color doesn’t change the shoe’s structure; it simply adds a new visual meaning.

The Ballerina shoe has been gaining momentum through several high-profile appearances. It was first seen on Bad Bunny during his popular concerts in Puerto Rico, hinting at its connection to the island’s culture. Then, the white version made a splash at the Super Bowl, reaching a massive global audience without needing any explanation. Most recently, the red Ballerina was featured in adidas’ World Cup campaign, further solidifying its place in popular culture. These three events, each with a different level of exposure, all show that the Ballerina isn’t just a quietly successful collaboration anymore – it’s become one of adidas’ most visible and culturally relevant shoes.

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2026-05-20 09:56