Adidas 1970s Mesh Tank Top

Vintage Adidas mesh racer tank top (c. late 1970s–early 1980s)

Original UK-made Adidas athletic tank in a standout red, white and blue colourway, featuring the classic Trefoil chest logo and lightweight open mesh construction throughout. Pieces like this sat at the intersection of running, track and casual sportswear during Adidas’ early apparel era, when the brand was producing performance garments with clean, functional design and bold sporting colour palettes.

Constructed from a breathable perforated mesh fabric with contrast chest stripe detailing and classic racer styling, it carries the slim athletic silhouette typical of late 70s and early 80s sportswear. The crisp white body is broken up with bold blue and red bands across the chest, finished with the iconic Trefoil print and soft bound edges throughout.

The original UK made label details place this within Adidas’ earlier European manufacturing period, increasingly harder to find today and especially collectible compared to later reproductions. The simple colour blocking and lightweight build feel surprisingly current and sit somewhere between vintage track apparel and modern terrace styling.

Label size Large but fits closer to a Medium.

Era: c. late 1970s–early 1980s
Made in: UKFabric: Cotton/Polyester blend lightweight perforated mesh
Condition: Good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age and use