James Harden Shows Off Hypnotizing Harden Vol 10 Sneaker
Anwar Stetson
Adidas has kicked off its campaign for one of their most highly anticipated signature sneakers from their biggest hoops star, James Harden. The first colorway for the Harden Vol. 10, “Imma Be a Star,” has an Ice Gold Metallic with Core Black and Lime Burst accent with a new mesmerizing swirl texture. They’re rumored to drop on December 15th.
In a social media ad for the sneaker, Harden gives advice to his younger self, back when he was a student at Artesia High School (Calif.). He tells the young Harden that he won’t be “just” a star one day, but “a whole constellation.” And his latest signature shoe definitely has an out-of-this-world aesthetic.
The Harden Vol. 10 keeps the familiar structure of the Volume 9, although the design has taken an even more creative turn. The most noticeable update is the pattern on the upper.
Instead of the cutout stripes from the previous model, the new version features embossed concentric ovals that ripple outward from the forefoot.
The effect looks sculpted and fluid, almost like motion frozen in place. The swirl design gives the shoe a unique and expressive personality, different from any other signature shoe on the market.
The 11-time All-Star debuted the funky kicks during Tuesday’s Lakers-Clippers matchup at Intuit Dome. Harden also invited a group of kids from the Boys and Girls Club of Los Angeles to the game. The kids walked the arena tunnels with him, experienced the game atmosphere up close, and each received a new pair of Harden 10’s.
The moment gives the drop a sense of community and celebration rather than just another product unveiling, especially with Harden being a Southern California native.
The shoe will likely retail for $160, matching the Harden Vol. 9 but more expensive than the recently released Anthony Edwards 2’s.
Stay tuned for the release!
