Yeezy 450
The Yeezy 450 is one of the most striking designs in the Yeezy line: a knitted sneaker whose sole reaches up the sides like fingers. That makes the shoe look sculpted rather than assembled. If you want a Yeezy that does not resemble a regular runner, the 450 is quickly where you end up.
The history of the Yeezy 450
The 450 appeared in 2021, making it one of the later new silhouettes from the partnership between adidas and Kanye West. The first pair came out in white ‘Cloud White’, soon followed by dark and earthy tones such as ‘Dark Slate’ and ‘Resin’.
After the partnership ended in 2022, no new designs were added. adidas did, however, release existing colours later on, which is why the 450 now comes in more shades than at the start.
Design and materials
The upper is knitted and closes around the foot like a sock, without separate overlays. The most distinctive part is the sole: it runs up the sides and heel in long extensions, holding the upper in place. Sole and upper thus form one flowing shape.
Most colours are tonal: upper and sole share the same shade. That actually makes the unusual shape more visible and keeps the shoe calm enough for everyday wear.
Popular Yeezy 450 colorways
- Yeezy 450 ‘Dark Slate’: dark slate grey from top to bottom.
- Yeezy 450 ‘Resin’: a muted green-grey tone.
- Yeezy 450 ‘Utility Black’: all black and the easiest to pair.
- Yeezy 450 ‘Stone Grey’: light grey with a stone-like look.
- Yeezy 450 ‘Cloud White’: all white, the colour the model debuted in.
What is the difference between the Yeezy 450 and the Yeezy 500?
Both have a striking sole, but the build differs. The Yeezy 500 has a layered upper of suede, leather and mesh on a round, compact sole. The 450 is lighter in concept, with a knitted upper and a sole that grips around it. If you want a slim Yeezy with Boost cushioning, the Yeezy Boost 350 is the logical choice; if you like unusual shapes, also look at the Yeezy Foam RNNR.
How does the Yeezy 450 fit?
The Yeezy 450 generally fits true to size, so with regular feet you can order your own size. Because of the knitted upper and the sole that climbs up the sides, it does sit close around the foot. If you have wide feet, half a size up gives noticeably more room.
Buy the Yeezy 450 at WOOVIN
On WOOVIN you will find the Yeezy 450 for women and men, from Cloud White and Utility Black to Dark Slate, Resin and Stone Grey. Every pair of Yeezy 450s here is offered by verified shops that confirm its authenticity. Unsure about the colour? Choose black or dark grey, as wear on the knit shows least on those.
