Whether you are a fan of the old-school Adidas style or not, the Samba silhouettes are sneakers with a spotty history in the eye of society. While brands are being pushed to become modern and futuristic, adidas never let the hype and the pressure change who they are at their core. Now that fashion is turning back to the Y2K era and returning to its roots; the Adidas Samba sneaker is experiencing an unprecedented resurgence in streetwear. These 14 adidas Samba sneakers prove you don’t need to change to remain the best.
1. Humanrace x adidas Samba
Pharrell Williams and adidas always make beautiful, premium leather sneakers together. The sneakers from this collaboration are usually a gorgeous, elevated version of the adidas Samba, decked out almost entirely in “ultra-premium leather”. One of the most recently released pairs arrived on February 28, 2024, and boasts a muted look with Aluminium and Wonder Mauve accents. Still available on adidas at $180, these sneakers are perfect for spring 2024.
2. Adidas x Palace Puig Samba
Yet another glorious collaboration between Triple Stripes and an influential designer, the adidas x Palace Puig Samba, is the brainchild of Adidas and London-based skateboarding and clothing brand Palace. Co-founders Lev Tanju and Gareth Skewis stand behind this gorgeous and intricate design. There haven’t been rumours about a new colourway since the arrival of Core Black and White in February 2023, but I have faith that they will return.
3. Samba OG Notting Hill Carnival
As the name suggests, these stunning sneakers were released in August 2022 as part of Adidas’ celebration of Notting Hill Carnival, the colourful Caribbean festival held in London’s Kensington area, gorgeously celebrating the culture, arts, and heritage of the Caribbean people each August. The adidas Samba OG sneakers are a stunning tribute to the festivities, with reflective silver stripes and a beautiful hummingbird representing the feathers and outfits worn for the celebration. Although released in 2022, you can still find these sneakers in 2024, thanks to sneaker resale sites like StockX.
4. Wales Bonner Samba
Mixed-race and flying the flag for her people, Grace Wales Bonner is the creator and fashion genius behind the luxury fashion label Wales Bonner, founded in 2014 and has seen a surge worldwide, starting their collaboration with adidas in 2020.
This collaboration includes some of Adidas fans’ favourite sneakers and is a silhouette that people keep eating up. There have been several recent reports, such as those on January 17, 2024, that we can expect this stunning silhouette to return in the spring of 2024. Returning in a python-like snakeskin look and a gorgeous core black pair with golden rivets decorating the triple stripes and a white decorative blanket stitching around the edges of certain elements, these sneakers are sure to turn heads, especially since only 750 of them will be hitting the shelves.
5. Samba
Like the subtle differences in the name, each model of adidas Samba sneakers has subtle differences that make them better for different activities. Without all the extra bells and whistles in the name, the Adidas Samba is one of the most basic iterations of the sneakers. This pair is made to survive harsh sporting conditions but also look good. One of the latest variations to look out for is the stunning adidas Samba “Wonder White” coming in Spring 2024.
6. Kader Sylla x adidas Samba ADV
This is yet another iteration of the famous sneakers made explicitly for skateboarders; the thick rubber of the outsole on these babies is extra durable. At the same time, the T-section on the toe box has been revamped to withstand the wear and tear you might experience on the board. This collaborative pair of sneakers might look laid-back, but they have been perfected for ultimate control on a skateboard. These stunning brown suede and black leather kicks arrived on the skate scene on February 10, 2024, for $110.
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7. Kith x Clarks x adidas Samba
Also known as the adidas x Clarks x Ronnie Fieg 8th Street Samba, the legendary Ronnie Feig of The 8th Street partnered with Clarks Originals and adidas Originals to bring out a trio of exclusive colourways that were the talk of the town in 2023. With options like Chalk White PH, Savannah PH, and Shadow Green PH, the only way to get your hands on these exclusive sneakers was to pre-order them at the time. If you are lucky enough to find your size on resale markets, that might be the only way to get a pair in 2024, now that pre-orders have closed.
8. Samba Vegan
If you need to know the intricacies of these sneakers, the name really says it all. The Samba Vegan is entirely made of synthetic faux leather, completely excluding animal products from the construction process. These sneakers are a great choice for the mindful consumer, with more sustainable fabrics used in their construction.
One of the most recent favourites was the adidas Samba Vegan Disney Minnie and Mickey pairs, perfect for couples who subtly love to show their Disney loyalty or just fans of the characters.
9. Samba Classic
While it might take a trained eye to pick out the differences between the Samba Classic and the Samba OG, the subtle differences give the sneakers a completely different feel. The Classic silhouette is reported to be a favourite between the two, with a more extended tongue and better support. It is geared towards indoor soccer than the OG. At the same time, the latter is said to be great as a leisure pair. While it doesn’t look like too many upcoming releases have been seen for 2024, there are a plethora of colourways to choose from, including a classic, Cloud White/Black/Cloud White.
10. Samba OG
The original Samba silhouette is on the market, most often clad in leather and suede with a gum sole. You can’t go wrong with a pair of sneakers that has stood the test of time and is still in high demand. With gorgeous crinkled leather and shaggy suede, one of the most recently announced Adidas Samba OG Cloud White Silver Green sneakers is releasing today, March 8, 2024, through adidas retailers.
11. Sporty & Rich x adidas Samba.
Emily Oberg of Sporty & Rich fame is known for working with adidas Samba and Stan Smith footwear to make gorgeous sneakers boasting vibrant colours, constantly working to bring fans of the brand a colourful and bright experience rather than the muted and toned-down looks that they are used to. The latest collection launched in November of 2023, offering buyers a marigold, lucky green and burgundy option for sneakers they have always loved but wanted a pop of colour.
12. Millennium Leather
With a rich history of being many indoor soccer players’ go-to sneakers, the Adidas Samba Millennium Leather “IN” shoes take the Samba look and switch things up a bit. They offer one of the few instances where the silhouette has an entirely different outsole designed for traction on the indoor field. These historically luxurious and functional sneakers are returning to shelves in 2024. Still, no one is too sure of when just yet.
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13. Velosamba
The adidas Velosamba looks like a regular pair of Samba sneakers for all intents and purposes. Still, the outsole has been designed with a recess that perfectly fits pedal cleats, making them the ideal choice for bikers who also need fashionable and durable sneakers. One of the most recent adidas Velosamba sneakers that took the market by storm was a pair created in collaboration with HAL Studios, which saw only 300 pairs released via a raffle on November 23, 2023. You can still find these sneakers on secondary markets if you are lucky.
14. Bayern Munich Samba
One of the many well-loved features of the adidas Samba is just how versatile it is. Change a few elements here, add something there, and suddenly, you have a new colourway that could represent anything. This works exceptionally well for soccer teams and football clubs. The Bayern Munich Samba is precisely one of those occasions, inspired by the legendary Munich football club, FC Bayern. The iconic team colours are instantly recognisable, and the sneakers are among the most popular team-themed sneakers.
Which of these best adidas Samba sneakers is your favourite?
