Kanye West's New SL-01 Slipper Gets an Iconic Nickname: The Yeezy Slides

In the ever-evolving world of sneakers and lifestyle footwear, Kanye West continues to make waves with his latest release - the YZY SL-01, which he has officially dubbed the "Yeezy Slides."

This is an intriguing move, given that the adidas Yeezy Slides were previously among the best-selling models under the Yeezy brand. However, with Kanye's partnership with adidas coming to an end, he is clearly motivated to reclaim the globally recognized "Yeezy" name for his own designs.

Earlier this month, Kanye accused adidas of "design theft and oppression," leading the brand to wipe its online presence of any mention of Kanye and Yeezy products. In response, Ye has reiterated that the official name of his new slip-on shoe is the YZY SL-01, but it seems the public has already embraced the more familiar "Yeezy Slides" moniker.

Interestingly, Kanye does own the Yeezy trademark, so there may be plans to fully transition the YZY brand name to its former Yeezy imprint. The artist has just unveiled new colorways of the YZY SL-01/Yeezy Slides in a light bone and grey, and while these $20 slides have not yet been released, the black pair is available for purchase now.

As Kanye continues to assert his creative control and reclaim his iconic brand, the release of the Yeezy Slides is sure to be a closely watched moment in the ever-evolving sneaker landscape. Fans and enthusiasts alike will be eager to see what other surprises Ye has in store for the future of his footwear empire.