DOOLEY Observed: Adidas "Shackle" Sneakers Create Controversy

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Tuesday, June 19, 2012

Adidas "Shackle" Sneakers Create Controversy

A new Adidas sneaker has sparked outrage, with sneaker fans accusing the brand of promoting racism.

The Roundhouse Mid "Handcuff" shoe, created by controversial New York designer Jeremy Scott, features a plastic orange shackle that attaches to each ankle.

The $350 sneakers hit stores in August, but Adidas promoted them on their official Facebook page on June 14 with this quote: "Tighten up your style with the JS Roundhouse Mids, dropping in August.

Got a sneaker game so hot you lock your kicks to your ankles?" While the brand may be making a cheeky statement about shoe theft, many are equating these binding devices with slavery and prisoners.

At press time the "Handcuff" sneaker image has over 36,000 Facebook likes, but many of the comments are angry and disapproving.