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Fashion United
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Fashion United
Adidas launches swimwear collection with Tom Daley
German sportswear brand Adidas has launched a knitting-inspired swimwear collection in collaboration with British champion diver and long-term partner Tom Daley. The four-piece swimwear collection blends Daley's 'bold and confident personal style with his passion for knitting,' and features an adjustable thin-strapped swimsuit, two-piece bikini, swimming trunks and 5-inch swimming shorts. Adidas x Tom Daley swimwear collection Credits: Adidas Each piece features a selection of vibrant colours and unique retro knitting-inspired graphics, created by Daley in conjunction with the Adidas design team, as well as Adidas performance technology, such as the swimsuit, bikini and swim trunks featuring Adidas' resilient Infinitex fabric, offering a high resistance to chlorine and salt water, and the 5-inch short, featuring a quick-dry fabric. Adidas x Tom Daley swimwear collection Credits: Adidas Commenting on the collaboration, Daley said in a statement: 'I wanted this collection to be fun, expressive and allow people to celebrate their individuality. Whether it's competing, training, exercising, or playing - the water is a space for everyone. 'My love of knitting is well-publicized, but I hope everyone will agree that we have used that design inspiration, to create a unique fashion-forward look, that people will feel equally confident wearing in and out of the water.' The Adidas x Tom Daley swimwear collection is available from and across selected retailers. Items start from 30 pounds. Adidas x Tom Daley swimwear collection Credits: Adidas Adidas x Tom Daley swimwear collection Credits: Adidas
Indian Express
16-07-2025
- General
- Indian Express
Fauja Singh: Granddad who didn't ‘feel like dying'
Written by Khushwant Singh I always knew I'd be asked to write Fauja Singh's obituary one day, but I believed that day was still far away. Never did I imagine that a man who single-handedly redefined the meaning of living with dignity would meet such a tragic end on the same highway that had once claimed one of his sons' lives. The highway had been a backdrop to his life's most crucial experiences: It had set in motion his running career as he sought solace after his son's death. It became the place where his own was taken away, prematurely, as it feels. True to his name — Fauja, meaning 'army' and Singh, meaning 'lion'– Fauja Singh was an extraordinary man. I often told people he was the romanticised prototype of a Sikh and a peasant, embodying sabr (patience), courage, wit, resilience, and above all, decency. He embodied the original meaning of the word Sikh: A seeker. On this foundation, he built his kirdar (character), becoming a global symbol of human resilience and inspiration, especially when he completed the Toronto Waterfront Marathon in 2011 at the age of 100. The first time I met him was in 2005 in the UK, while I was writing Sikhs Unlimited: A Travelogue from Delhi to Los Angeles via London (Rupa & Co.), a book that chronicled the lives of some extraordinary Sikhs in the UK and the US. Fauja had shot into the limelight after the sportswear company Adidas signed him for their 'Running 2004' campaign, and his billboards appeared all over the UK. It's a separate story altogether that Fauja could never quite pronounce the brand name and always referred to it as 'kompany'. It was only after they signed him that Adidas realised how difficult it was to get him to say 'Adidas' correctly for the advertisement. Nor did they know that Fauja told me he preferred the 'sher waley jutey (the pair with the feline on them)' over 'kompany waley jutey'. He had asked me to meet him at a gurdwara in Seven Kings, Ilford. He had moved in with his eldest son after the tragic death of his middle son. What followed was a friendship that lasted two decades. He looked frail at that first meeting, very unlike a marathon runner. He was wearing a blue turban, had a flowing beard, and was dressed in a blue suit. However, the giveaways were the matching tie, which had marathon runners printed on it, and the sports shoes, which had 'Fauja' and 'Singh' inscribed on them. After introducing me to some fellow devotees as 'Likhari India toe aaya (the writer who has come from India)', he told me that he could either sleep or walk, and the interview would have to be done while walking. 'We will walk eight to 10 miles, I have to pick up my shoes from the cobbler, and then we'll have tea at the Singh Sabha Gurdwara,' he said. 'Yes, Babaji,' I replied, and off we went. About a kilometre into the interview, I realised I would need to find someone else to provide accurate information. For Fauja, everything had happened paroo, meaning 'some time back'. Thank God for Harmander Singh, his coach, from whom I eventually got the necessary details. Harmander told me how he had to virtually get Fauja out of his suit and into a vest and track pants to make him running ready. Once set, though, there was no looking back. London, New York, Toronto, Nairobi, Lahore, name a city, he conquered them all. Mumbai, twice, where he was the star attraction both times. Like Adidas, he could never pronounce Mumbai and called it Bumba. His short biography in Sikhs Unlimited soon turned into a full-fledged book. Titled Turbaned Tornado: The Oldest Marathon Runner Fauja Singh, it was released at the House of Lords, London, in July 2011. During the 100-odd kilometres I walked alongside him through the streets of London for both books, I was finally able to piece together his life. He was born in Bias Pind, in Jalandhar district, on April 1, 1911, to Mehr Singh and Bhago Kaur. Ironically, the legs on which he clocked endless miles of running were spindly, and his friends used to call him Danda. He was adopted by his aunt, Rai Kaur, and was nicknamed Gallari (talkative), a tag he carried till his last breath. Fauja Singh could entertain you endlessly with his stories and wit, albeit frequently punctuated with the choicest of Punjabi expletives. I can hear his favourite one as I write this. But Fauja was not all talk. He was an indefatigable farmer. Village folklore has it that the oxen would get tired, but Fauja wouldn't. This relentless work ethic eventually found expression on the track. Yet, what many don't know is how deeply charitable Fauja was. He donated his entire endorsement fee from Adidas to a UK-based charity called Bliss. During the 2016 Mumbai Marathon, Nestlé agreed with his request to send its endorsement money directly to the Pingalwara Trust in Amritsar. During a book tour to Australia in 2013, he was invited by many gurdwaras and showered with dollars. He would simply pick up the dollars and put them in the golak, and I would watch in awe, admiring the man that he was. Fauja was sharp and observant. At the celebrity chef cookout, part of the Mumbai Marathon carnival, he was paired with Gul Panag. They had to cook pasta. When Gul was trying to explain what pasta was, he surprised her by asking, 'Bal waala (fusilli) je, ke nali waala (penne)?' The last time I met him was in December 2024 at his home in Bias Pind, from where I had started the fourth day of my People's Walk Against Drugs, and he had walked half a kilometre in solidarity. But even before that, I had asked him, 'Do you fear death?' 'Yes,' he admitted. 'Hunn tey mela laggya, mehmaan 'Granddad, Granddad' karde ne. Maran da ji nahi karda (Now that it feels like a fair, with everyone calling me Granddad. I don't feel like dying),' he said in chaste Punjabi. Bye, Granddad. And as one of your admirers wrote on social media, at 114, you are still not out. Life cheated on you. The writer, former state information commissioner of Punjab, wrote Turbaned Tornado: The Oldest Marathon Runner Fauja Singh, the biography of the runner
Daily Mirror
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Amazon slashes ‘so comfortable' Adidas trainers that ‘go with anything' to £30
You can currently snag a pair of Adidas Grand Court trainers for £30 after an Amazon Prime Day deal sees it slashed by 31%, with shoppers praising them for being 'so comfortable' With just a few hours left until Amazon Prime Day comes to an end, now is your last chance to snag some brilliant bargains. One great deal that's not to be missed is a pair of Adidas Grand Court TD trainers, which have just been reduced to £30.99. Usually priced at £45, the trainers have currently got a 31% discount while the Prime Day deals are live, saving you just over £14. The trainers are currently still available in all sizes from a 3.5 to a 9.5, and come in a choice of three different colourways; black, white, and white with silver stripes, although both white pairs are slightly pricier at £32.99. The Adidas Grand Court TD trainers are based on one of Adidas' original designs which first appeared in the 70s, and have now been given a modern upgrade. They have a classic sporty look, with a faux leather upper, rubber soles and a lace up fastening, and just like any pair of Adidas trainers, they're easy to wear with just about anything. You can stick to the athleisure vibe by pairing them with some leggings and a sweatshirt, or wear them with a simple pair of jeans and a T-shirt. However their slimline shape means they'd also work great with a midi dress in summer, making them a versatile pair to have in your wardrobe. Trainers have become a mainstay in everyone's wardrobe, with several pairs of Adidas' becoming viral sensations, such as the Gazelles and the Sambas. If you want a slightly different retro-inspired look, these Reebok Club C 85 in White and Green are also on sale at Schuh, down from £80 to £30.99. We also love Clarks' Meridor Lo Metallic Combination, which are £65 and have a similar streamlined narrow style. They also come in a choice of colours including a metallic silver with white details. However it seems the Adidas Grand Court TD trainers are a big hit with shoppers, with one Amazon customer writing: 'So comfortable and they look great.' Whilst a third wrote: 'I love these trainers they are so comfortable and true to size perfect for summer and to wear with dresses or jeans.' Some found some issues, with one adding: 'I thought these were the same as my last pair but sadly they have changed the shape and I'm disappointed. They have creased quickly in a few places and are just not the same.' Another agreed: 'The trainers were lovely looking but unfortunately no good if you wide feet. Also they run small so go up half a size. I had to return these and get Adidas Hoops as they are wider.' However others disagreed about the fit issues, with one happy customer writing: 'Adidas trainers true to size very comfy.'
Tom's Guide
10-07-2025
- Tom's Guide
I review running shoes for a living, and my favorite Adidas running shoe is 66% off in this Prime Day deal
As a fitness editor and marathon runner, I review running shoes as my day job, so I know exactly what I'm looking for when the Prime Day deals drop. To save you scrolling, I've hand-picked some of the best Prime Day running shoe deals here, but right now, one of my favorite Adidas running shoes has a massive 66% off — that's right, the Adidas Ultraboost light just dropped to $63 on Amazon. That's a saving of $127! The Ultraboost Light is a fantastic everyday running shoe, with Adidas' famous Ultraboost midsole foam for a cushioned, comfortable ride. The women's Adidas Ultraboost Light is also on sale for $67 on Amazon right now, but you'll have to hurry, this deal won't last for long! The women's shoe is on sale right now, with the biggest saving on the shoe in the black and white colorway. You'll need to look through all the different options in your size to find the best deal. Again, it looks like the biggest sale in the men's shoe is in the black and white colorway, which has a whopping 66% off. There are plenty of colorways on sale, though, so take a look through before this deal sells out! The Adidas Ultraboost is one of the most popular everyday running shoes on the market — jam-packed with Adidas' Boost midsole foam, and stylish enough to wear around the office after your run-commute. Now on its 23rd iteration, Adidas released the Ultraboost Light running shoe, made with a 'new generation' of Boost foam that's 30% lighter than previous iterations. The Ultraboost Light has been around for a few years now, but don't let this put you off. If you're an Ultraboost fan, it's likely that you'll love the lighter feel of the shoe, which does feel a little faster and a tad more responsive on the run than previous iterations. That said, if you're new to the Ultraboost line, it's not that plush underfoot, or that lightweight compared to other everyday running shoes. It's the perfect shoe for easy miles and long runs. It's a decent workhorse, that'll get you through most of the miles in your training plan, and for $60, it's a fantastic shoe at a fantastic price this Prime Day! This running shoe is a versatile option for runners looking for a one-size-fits-all sneaker. Grab it while you can! And, when you've done that, check in on our Prime Day live blog for even more deals we recommend.
Elle
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Elle
Why The Puma Speedcat Ballet Is The Sneakerina Of The Summer
This summer, one shoe is headlining fashion's love affair with comfort and nostalgia: the Puma Speedcat Ballet. A frontrunner in the Sneakerina race, alongside Nike's Air Rifts and Adidas' Taekwondo Meis, this hybrid combines the streamlined appeal of a running trainer with the delicate silhouette of a ballet flat—two unlikely influences that together form the chicest low-profile footwear of the season. Taking cues from their iconic Speedcat racing shoe, and infused with minimalist ballet-inspired design, the graceful but practical shoe (that currently comes in silver, pink, black and red) has become this season's surprise hit and is beloved by Dua Lipa, me, and a bunch of other people too. According to trend data from Lyst, searches for 'ballet sneakers' skyrocketed by 1300% in the first few months of 2025, and the Speedcat ballet was Lyst's third hottest product of Q1. Styling the Speedcat Ballet is all about leaning into its contrast - pairing its sporty DNA with soft, feminine or playful looks. I recently wore my red pair with an upcycled embroidered blouse, a bold red mini skort from Free People, and a printed tote, making an easy weekend outfit, perfect for pootling around the shops in. You could also pair them with cargo pants and a baby tee for an early-Noughties vibe, or consider a simple summer mini dress. However you style them, the Puma Speedcat Ballet brings the perfect mix of comfort, edge, and cool-girl energy. With a celebrity fanbase, a cult following, and serious style versatility, the Speedcat Ballet is more than just a trend - it's the sneaker of summer 2025. ELLE Collective is a new community of fashion, beauty and culture lovers. For access to exclusive content, events, inspiring advice from our Editors and industry experts, as well the opportunity to meet designers, thought-leaders and stylists, become a member today HERE. Daisy Murray is the Digital Fashion Editor at ELLE UK, spotlighting emerging designers, sustainable shopping, and celebrity style. Since joining in 2016 as an editorial intern, Daisy has run the gamut of fashion journalism - interviewing Molly Goddard backstage at London Fashion Week, investigating the power of androgynous dressing and celebrating the joys of vintage shopping.
