Celebrities may dazzle on red carpets, but their off-duty moments often deliver the most lasting style inspiration. In 2016, Vanessa Hudgens showcased this twice over, stepping out in Adidas Superstar sneakers for a casual West Hollywood coffee run and again during a visit to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
Both looks proved how effortlessly she could turn everyday outings into street-style moments that remain just as inspiring today.
Casual Coffee Run: Vanessa Hudgens in Adidas Superstars & Boho Shorts
Vanessa Hudgens wears her hair down as she visits Alfred Coffee & Kitchen on August 24, 2016, in West Hollywood (Credit: WENN)
The pescetarian carried two cups of iced coffee as she retrieved her car from the valet. Vanessa ignored the paparazzi and stopped to talk to a woman who was also waiting for her vehicle, just like the rest of us would do.
In her element, Vanessa Hudgens blends boho chic with streetwear flair, effortlessly sporting a pair of Spell & The Gypsy Collective shorts
Vanessa wore an Adidas Originals rose gold double logo tee with Spell & The Gypsy Collective “Island Muse” lace-up shorts.
The “Tick, Tick… Boom!” actress put her personal touch to the look with a Céline “Nano” bag, Quay Australia’s “All My Love” cat eye sunglasses, a Jacquie Aiche triple cross choker, and a pair of Adidas “Superstar” sneakers in white.
Vanessa Hudgens wears classic white Adidas Superstar sneakers, complemented by a delicate gold anklet
From the paparazzi footage, it looks like Vanessa approached a nearby woman to ask where the valet desk worker was. The woman responded to let Vanessa know the valet worker was getting her car in a friendly but quick exchange.
Earlier that year, Vanessa once again turned heads in another effortlessly chic Adidas ensemble—this time while stepping into the magical world of Harry Potter.
Magical Day Out: Vanessa Hudgens Brings Adidas Style to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Vanessa Hudgens wears her hair down at the opening of “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” on April 5, 2016, at Universal Studios in Hollywood (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)
In April 2016, the long-awaited “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” in Los Angeles finally opened its doors, and the “High School Musical” star was among the many celebrities to rush in and experience Hogsmeade.
Hudgens masters the art of high-low styling, accessorizing her laid-back look with a chic Jerome Dreyfuss bag and a practical yet stylish Apple Watch
And, an essential part of that Hogsmeade experience? A tall, cold glass of butterbeer. Vanessa joined a bevy of Harry Potter fans on the red carpet of the amusement park’s opening in Los Angeles.
The American actress dressed down for her fun day out in a white knitted crop top paired with black baggy string-tie trousers.
The Disney star, of course, loaded up on the accessories. She styled her comfortable look with an arrowhead necklace from Jacquie Aiche, a python print bag from Jerome Dreyfuss, and an Apple Watch with a trendy strap.
Street Style Queen: Adidas Superstars & Everyday Cool
On her feet, she wore a pair of Adidas Originals “Superstar” sneakers—one of the most iconic shoes in history.
Debuting in 1969 as a low-top basketball shoe, the Superstar was revolutionary for its all-leather construction and signature rubber “shell toe,” offering durability and protection that quickly won over NBA players, including Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. By the mid-1970s, more than 75% of NBA athletes were lacing up Superstars.
Embracing casual chic, Vanessa Hudgens explores The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in her effortlessly cool Adidas Originals ‘Superstar’ trainers, a perfect blend of comfort and street style
Before Vanessa, countless other stars have also embraced the enduring appeal of the Adidas Superstar. From airport chic to red-carpet subversions, the sneaker continues to prove its versatility across every fashion setting.
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As performance trends shifted, the shoe transitioned into a cultural symbol in the 1980s, thanks in large part to hip-hop group Run-DMC, who wore their Superstars without laces and immortalized them in their hit song “My Adidas.” That moment helped secure one of the first-ever music–sneaker brand endorsement deals, cementing the Superstar as a statement of authenticity and self-expression.
Key design features—like the protective shell toe, clean leather upper, and Adidas’ three-stripe branding—have kept the Superstar instantly recognizable for over five decades. Its influence has extended to skateboarding, streetwear, and even luxury collaborations with names like Prada, Pharrell Williams, and BAPE.
Timeless and adaptable, the Superstar isn’t just footwear—it’s a cultural movement that continues to inspire across generations.
You can order Vanessa’s amusement park day sneakers from Adidas at Farfetch and Nordstrom.