Yeezy 500

The Yeezy 500 is a chunky sneaker from the Yeezy line with a thick, wavy sole and a layered upper. Unlike many other Yeezys, it has no Boost but adiPRENE+ cushioning instead. Thanks to its muted colours and solid shape, it is a calm but eye-catching choice for women and men.

The history of the Yeezy 500

Kanye West was already wearing the shoe in public in 2017, well before its release, which sparked plenty of curiosity. During that period the model was still called the ‘Desert Rat’. The official release followed in early 2018, with the light pink ‘Blush’ as the first colour.

After that, new versions came out at a fast pace, from black and white to yellow and brown. The Yeezy 500 thus became a staple next to the Yeezy 350 and 700, until the partnership between adidas and Kanye West ended in 2022.

Design and materials

The upper combines suede, leather and mesh in several layers, often in a single tone. Around the toe and sides the rubber sole wraps up quite a bit, giving the shoe its sturdy, rounded shape. The adiPRENE+ midsole absorbs impact and feels firm but comfortable.

The Yeezy 500 has a noticeably thick tongue and padded collar. That makes the shoe sit securely around the ankle and feel stable when walking, even on longer days.

Popular Yeezy 500 colorways

The Yeezy 500 ‘Utility Black’ is all black, which makes it the easiest to style. The Yeezy 500 ‘Super Moon Yellow’ has a yellow-beige upper, while the Yeezy 500 ‘Clay Brown’ goes for warm brown. The Yeezy 500 ‘Ash Grey’ comes in light and dark shades of grey.

What is the difference between the Yeezy 500 and the Yeezy 700?

Both are chunky sneakers with a layered upper, but the sole makes the difference. The Yeezy 700 has a Boost midsole and a sportier, running-inspired profile. The Yeezy 500 uses adiPRENE+ and has a rounder, more compact shape. If you want a slimmer shoe, the Yeezy Boost 350 is the better fit.

How does the Yeezy 500 fit?

The Yeezy 500 generally fits true to size, so you can stick with your usual size. The shoe is a little roomier in the forefoot than the 350 V2. If you have narrow feet and are between two sizes, you can consider the smaller size. With wide feet, stay with your own size.

Buy the Yeezy 500 at WOOVIN

On WOOVIN you will find the Yeezy 500 for women and men, from Utility Black to earthy shades such as Clay Brown. Some colours are no longer widely available, so stock per size can vary. That is why it helps to filter by your size first and then pick the colour.