If you look at recent releases in a vacuum, it’s hard to believe the adidas Samba was designed as an indoor soccer shoe. It still holds that utility, but adidas and its collaborators have completely re-defined the Samba’s identity and how sneakerheads perceive it. Pairs by Wales Bonner, KITH, and most recently jjjjound all embrace fashion-forward, premium design, and that same ethos has bled over to the shoe’s mainline selection.
Showcased here in “Wonder Silver”, the next Samba achieves an elevated appearance with a liberal use of suede at the base. White hits on the Three Stripes and heel maintain a soft look, while light gum soles complete a non-imposing design underfoot. While maybe a bit of a stretch, sneakerheads who missed out on the Ronnie Fieg x Clarks x adidas Samba collection last year might find a compsomise in this pair given the similarly colored sole. In any case, it’s an agreeable contemporary design that holds its own without collaborator influence.
Enjoy official images below and hit our Sneaker Release Dates for updates while we track down firm drop info, likely priced at $120. If your tax refund hit and you’re ready to blow some cash, check out the adidas Samba “Made In Italy” that dropped earlier this month.
