The adidas Yeezy 500 'Granite' updates the retro-inspired lifestyle runner with a subdued greyscale finish. Stripped of conspicuous branding. the upper combines charcoal-colored mesh with tonal suede and leather overlays. The collar is lined in padded Lycra for a comfortable fit. while a seamless rubber mudguard offers improved durability. The sneaker sits atop a podular adiPRENE midsole inspired by the adidas KB8 3. a Kobe Bryant signature model originally released in 1999.