Hard To Go Wrong: the adidas Samba Takes On “Dark Brown”

Spruce up the rotation for Fall.

Matt Varga September 12th, 2025 (updated)

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Much the same way as Nike with an Air Force 1 or ASICS with a GEL-Kayano 14, adidas doesn’t necessarily need to pull out all the stops to mint a successful version of the adidas Samba. Simply due to baked-in demand for the enduring “it shoe,” they can functionally sell themselves, but utilizing contemporary shades certainly doesn’t hurt.

Which brings us to the adidas Samba “Dark Brown,” a simple color-up of the indoor icon relying on the everlasting formula that’s brought it decades of success. Yes, the black leather from the “default” Samba may be gone in favor of a cocoa-coated brown, and the black sockliner shifts to complementary cream, but the same elevator pitch for these kicks remain: they’re easy to work into the rotation and carry a timeless air all the same. A classic gum bottom and green patch on the tongue closes things out.

The adidas Samba “Dark Brown” is available now, retailing for $100. Find direct pick-up links included below.

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Mens adidas Samba

SKU: JR0891

RETAIL PRICE: $100

RELEASE DATE: Sep 12, 2025

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Matt Varga, Junior Editor

Matt Varga is an Editor at SneakerNews. Initially earning a degree in Video Arts and Technology, he got his start in video editing and writing in the music world — primarily on hip-hop and electronic. A long-standing interest in sneakers led him to switching over to footwear. An avid collector, his favorite sneaker of all time comes down to either the Air Jordan 1 “Black Toe” and Air Jordan 5 “Laney,” his first ever pick-ups. When he’s not writing, you can find Matt cooking, traveling, attending concerts and when weather permits, on the handball court.