Hey everyone, it’s Nigel here with Honest Soles and yes I’m finally back with another sneaker review for you. Today, we’re going to discuss a sneaker that has quite some hype behind it and has seen countless releases this year. Yes, this article will be covering the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 Review.
The pair I have with me today is the Citrin colourway which is one of the latest colourways to be released. It isn’t the first pair I’ve had but sure is the first time I’m doing a complete review on it.
But before we begin, here’s a brief introduction of the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2…
As part of a collaboration between Adidas and celebrity rapper Kanye West, the first yeezy was born in 2009.
At that time, there wasn’t much attention for it until 2015 when the first 350 series were released.
And the hype exploded.
Sneaker enthusiasts and resellers camp overnight outside stores with the slim hope that they could get a pair of yeezys. Needless to say, resale prices soared with prices going well above a thousand.
This year, Kanye also released the reflective series which got sneaker enthusiasts all hyped up once again.
With all the hype behind yeezys, it can be hard to really tell if they’re good or bad and most importantly if they’re worth the buy.
Especially when resale prices for some colourways are really high!
So in this article, I aim to break down some key pointers of this sneaker and give my honest, unbiased opinion on it.
Without further ado, let’s dive right into today’s Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 Review.
1. Features of the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2
Like previous reviews, we’ll start off by breaking down some of the key features of this sneaker.
Upper
Like most boost sneakers, the upper is primarily made of Adidas’s signature primeknit technology and I can’t be happier.
The primeknit upper offers a great balance of stretch and hold, hugging your feet in place while still allowing your toes to wiggle around for a nice unrestricted sensation.
Similar to the Adidas Ultra Boost, breathability is also amazing with good air flow due to the decently large pores of the primeknit.
Staying true across the 350 series, most colourways also have a jagged stripe across the sides. This adds contrast to the design, making the sneaker stand out even more!
Midsole
Moving on to the midsole, we have with us another one of Adidas’s signature technology and that is BOOST.
And I absolutely love this.
Other than the fact that it yellows over time [more on that later…], I have nothing but praises for this awesome midsole.
The Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 offers great responsiveness and bounce from it’s BOOST midsole so walking/running in these feels simply amazing. Support is also substantial on the midsole so you don’t feel like you’re sinking right in with every step.
Now in terms of appearance, the BOOST midsole does yellow over time due to natural oxidation. Thankfully, none of this can be seen when these sneakers are put on feet.
See why below!
Outsole
With rubber gum wrapping across the midsole and outsole, BOOST which is usually visible [like in Ultra Boost or NMD] is now all covered up. So no amount of yellowing would affect it’s appearance other than the outsole [image above] which no one can see anyway.
If that still annoys you, consider getting a white acrylic paint pen to whiten the yellowed BOOST after a period of use. This keeps the BOOST looking as good as new! I personally use Angelus acrylic paint which I’ve found to be real effective.
The gum outsole also provides great traction, giving good grip on every step.
For those of you who’ve checked out my review on the Adidas Ultra Boost 4.0, you would know that I complain about the thin outsole which makes it less durable.
Thankfully, the gum outsole here solves this problem as it is thicker and also more durable. This makes the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 a sneaker that last.
The gum sole solves both the problem of ugly yellowing BOOST and thin outsole! What a great addition!
Padding
Next up, the sneaker collar is lined with firm padding which gives great cushioning to your ankles and mid foot. This undoubtedly adds comfort to the sneaker.
The opening of the sneaker is also made to be wide, allowing you to easily slip these on without much hassle.
I personally just slip them on without needing to meddle with the laces at all! Recommended Reading: If any of the sneaker features I’ve mentioned sound unfamiliar to you, check out The Parts Of a Shoe- A Beginner’s Guide!
Lacing
Lastly, the lacing is one that is different from most BOOST sneakers, which is the lack of a lace cage.
Without a lace cage, the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 looks simpler and kind of resembles the Ultra Boost Uncaged to me.
Functionality wise, this does not have any impact on the sneaker but I personally find that it gives a cleaner look and also allows more style choices using different lacing methods.
And who’s gonna complain about having more style choices?
You may search up ‘ yeezy lacing ‘ on Youtube for countless tutorials on the different lacing styles! My personal favorite is still the simple double looping.
2. Comfort
Comfort wise, the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 is hands down one of the most comfortable sneakers I’ve worn.
As mentioned previously, the firm padding lined along the sneaker collar coupled with the soft midsole and insole gives you great cushioning and support. Not to mention the ankles which is nicely hugged by the sneaker tongue and collar. In short, these simply gives you an overall amazing experience wearing these sneakers.
Of course, getting the right size is important to ensure that your comfort is maximised [more on that later…]!
3. Style
Here’s where it gets subjective.
Some [like me] absolutely love the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 while others think it looks funny or ugly.
For me, this sneaker offers a unique and bold design which really stands out from the rest. Colourways such as the classic cream or black also allows for an easy match to various outfits, making them highly versatile.
I personally like to match them with joggers or jeans but they frankly work well with other outfits too such as bermudas or even fitness shorts!
Here are more on-feet photos for you to check out!
I’ll leave it up to you whether you think they look good or not! Because at the end of the day its really up to your personal style and taste!
4. Sizing
The Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 may look slightly bulkier but don’t be fooled as they actually run small. I personally went half size up for a nice comfortable fit so I would recommend the same for you if you have narrow to normal feet.
For those of you with wide feet, going a full size up is an even better idea!
5. Cost
This sneaker retails for a price of $220 which is frankly already on the higher end. And not to mention these sneakers are mostly only available at resale prices.
I usually only review sneakers that can be easily bought at retail or lower but the reason why I’m talking about the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 now is that prices have fallen this year.
Thanks to the huge number of releases and restocks [thanks Kanye…] resale prices have fallen to the point that you can get some yeezys at almost retail.
And to me that’s a pretty worthy cop for a sneaker that looks good and feels even better on feet.
This is definitely not a sneaker for those who wants to get a simple lifestyle sneaker without breaking the bank. But if you do like the looks of it and your budget permits, I promise you won’t regret getting them.
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6. Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 Review — Summary of Pros and Cons
PROS:
- Comfortable for everyday wear
- Unique and clean design which makes them good lifestyle sneakers
- Easy to match for some colourways
CONS:
- Retail price is on the higher end and you may have to pay resale prices for some colourways too
7. Final Words
The Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 is one of the more prominent sneakers in the sneaker game today.
Hype aside, it does offers an overall comfortable fit and good style [at least to me] which fits my criteria of an amazing everyday shoe.
For those of you who are looking to get these primarily for comfort instead of style, I would recommend checking out other sneakers like the Adidas Ultra Boost as they are cheaper.
At a much lower price, you can get a sneaker with more or less the same amount of comfort which would be more suitable and worthwhile for you.
But if you’re really feeling the style of the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2, then I would highly recommend you to go for it! Not many sneakers look good and feel good at the same time, and this is just one of those sneakers.
And that pretty much concludes today’s piece of the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 Review.
So what do you think? Are they a COP or DROP for you? I’d love to hear what you think in the comments below!
If you have any questions or doubts, feel free to leave a comment down too! I’ll be more than happy to help!
Otherwise, thanks for reading and supporting my reviews here at Honest Soles.
As always, lets keep spreading the sneaker passion from one sole to another…
It’s Nigel here and I’ll see you at my next article!
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