adidas Samba

The adidas Samba is a low-top sneaker from German sportswear manufacturer, adidas. Having debuted in 1949, it is the company’s longest-running model in production. After gaining huge popularity beginning in 2022, the adidas Samba is currently the brand’s most important lifestyle silhouette and will be offered in a variety of colorways each season, headlined by the most coveted and recognizable Core White colorway.

Check out some frequently asked questions about the adidas Samba below, followed by the latest features, news, and “Where To Buy” guides.

When did the adidas Samba debut?
The Samba debuted in 1949; it is the longest-running adidas model in production.
How much is the adidas Samba?

As of Spring 2024, pricing for the retro is as follows:

  • • Men’s $100
  • • Women’s: $100
  • • Big Kids: $70
  • • Toddler: $60
What are the most popular Samba colors?
The most popular adidas Samba colors is the Cloud White and features a light grey T-toe and dark brown gum sole. The blue adidas label is featured on the tongue. adidas has released this style in a variety of colors that appear on heel and the stripes.
Where can I buy the adidas Samba?

The adidas Samba is available for purchase on adidas.com in full family sizes. Other retailers such as Foot Locker, Finish Line, and other larger nationwide retailers carry the adidas Samba in a variety of colors and sizes.

Why is the adidas Samba so popular?

The adidas Samba began its comeback in the Summer of 2021, becoming fully mainstream beginning in Summer of 2022. The growth in popularity is largely due to the “oversized” bulky sneaker trend fading away and classic leather sports models regaining popularity. Along with the adidas Samba, the Nike Dunk, Nike Air Force 1, and New Balance 550 also became very popular for its simple design and lower price-point.

The adidas Samba is particularly popular among women for its slimmer profile.

What are the best adidas Samba collaborations?

The best adidas Samba collaboration is with Wales Bonner. The London-based designer played a large role in the model’s resurgence with his series of Samba collaborations and will continue to be an important collaborative partner for adidas in the immediate future. Other Samba collaborations include JJJJound, Fear Of God Athletics, Sporty & Rich, Kith, former YEEZY designer Dingyun Zhang and more.

Will the adidas Samba release in 2025?

Yes.

The adidas Samba will be the brand’s most prevalent model in 2024. It will be available in variety of colors and collaborations.

adidas Samba

Liberty London And adidas Bloom Another Floral Samba For The New Year

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By Andrew Rizzo December 23, 2025
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By Matt Varga December 17, 2025
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adidas Adds Fiery Red To The Latest “Cow Print” Samba

“‘Till the wheels fall off” is evidently the strategy for the Three Stripes when it comes to animal prints. We’ve explicated the evolution of the...

By Matt Varga November 22, 2025
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The adidas Samba Slithers Into Snakeskin For Fall

Grace Wales Bonner deserves all the flowers, not just for her collaborative output with adidas, but for how deeply her influence has trickled into the...

By Andrew Rizzo November 16, 2025
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The adidas Samba Goes Full Y2K With Rhinestones

For all you “I was born in the wrong generation” fashionistas, adidas is dropping a set of rhinestone Sambas that scream Y2K. Recalling the era...

By Andrew Rizzo November 15, 2025
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adidas Presents The Samba With Zipper Shrouds

We’ve gotten accustomed to seeing adidas break from norms with mold-breaking Samba styles in recent seasons, but even we’re a little taken aback by what...

By Andrew Rizzo October 14, 2025
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adidas Is Dropping A Samba Inspired By Taiwanese Fried Chicken

Footwear informed by food fads is hardly a fresh invention — see the litany of Matcha-inspired kicks that have graced our homepage in the past...

By Matt Varga October 14, 2025
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Bruce Lee Stays In Focus With A Black And Yellow adidas Samba

If you’re a sucker for sneakers with great storytelling, you were likely just as impressed as we were with the adidas Jabbar Lo “Bruce Lee”...

By Andrew Rizzo October 6, 2025
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adidas Adorns The Samba In Laces And Pearls

We’re approaching a full year since Wales Bonner and adidas dropped their last Samba collection, but the British designer’s impact on the terrace classic is...

By Andrew Rizzo October 1, 2025
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