Custom Adidas Sambas for Synergy Kombucha’s Spring Edition ‘Bloom’
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For Synergy Kombucha’s launch of their new seasonal spring flavor “Bloom,” they wanted a creative piece that captured the energy of spring and the brand’s vibrant visual identity. I was delighted to be brought on to design a custom pair of Adidas Sambas inspired by the drink’s floral notes, striking label artwork, and light, elevated vibe; and it quickly became one of my most favorite customs to date.
Designing the Energy of Spring, One Detail at a Time
This custom wasn’t just about color-matching or logo placement. From the beginning, I wanted the sneakers to feel like the flavor: light, playful, and full of renewal. I pulled inspiration directly from Synergy’s bottle design and brand aesthetic:
- The butterfly wing print from the label was reinterpreted across the three stripes
- Toe suede featuring the bottle’s pink to purple gradient
- A violet floral monochrome pattern nods to the botanical notes in the drink
- The color palette: vibrant pinks, purples, yellows and greens evokes blooming petals and the freshness of spring
But the most unique part of the design? I custom cut and hand-painted leather butterflies to match the exact butterfly seen on Synergy’s Bloom label, then carefully attached them across the shoes. It was my first time incorporating 3D sculptural elements like this, and it pushed me to grow beyond my usual process. This detail absolutely elevated the design as a whole and I’m super glad I took the chance on it.
Filming the Process for Synergy’s Instagram
In addition to creating the custom Sambas, I also filmed the entire process, from first paint stroke to final detail. I edited a polished, branded video for Synergy Kombucha’s Instagram page, designed to showcase not only the finished artwork, but also the craftsmanship and artistic intention behind it.
This video served as branded storytelling content, highlighting both the custom sneaker and Synergy’s product in a visually rich way that matched the tone of their campaign. They used the content to create a giveaway, where one lucky winner received the custom branded shoes and a case of their new Bloom kombucha!
Whether I’m designing a shoe or creating content, I believe the process deserves as much attention as the product, and this collaboration let me show both!
Final Thoughts: Blooming into New Seasons
Working with Synergy on this Bloom inspired project reminded me why I love this work. I stepped outside my comfort zone, tried new materials and textures, and brought a brand’s drink flavor to life through art, storytelling, and video content.
And best of all, I got to help a brand connect with their audience in a creative, unexpected way.
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