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How to style the adidas Samba

January 31, 2023 1:51 PM
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By Lotte Voorbij
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How to style the adidas Samba
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May 12, 2025

A Quick Look at the adidas Samba

The adidas Samba is a sleek, low-profile silhouette originally designed for indoor soccer. It features a soft leather upper with suede overlays at the toe and heel for added durability. A gum rubber outsole offers excellent grip and traction, while the lightly padded insole ensures everyday comfort.

The Samba has a classic, timeless aesthetic that is very easy to style and is popular with the recent retro resurgence.

adidas Samba: Styling Guide

Tops

Ribbed Tank Top

With clean lines and a minimal look, a ribbed tank top has just enough of a rugged vibe to contrast with the Samba, and channels effortless 90's style.

Striped Button-up Shirt

With nods to vintage football and terrace culture, where the Samba was originally embraced, a striped button-up shirt is both refined and infinitely wearable.

Bottoms

High-Waisted Wide-Leg Trousers

Pick a pair of high-waisted and wide-legged trousers in beige, navy or grey to add a structured, elevated touch to your outfit, that offsets the Samba's sportiness.

Tailored Shorts

Black or olive tailored shorts are a great balance between smart and casual, and their minimalist look are ideal for pairing with the retro Samba silhouette.

Layers

Cropped Bomber Jacket

Add a sporty, retro layer to your outfit with a cropped bomber jacket, an effortless urban touch and perfect for the streets.

Track Jacket

Tap directly into Samba's athletic heritage by pairing a track jacket with your outfit, choosing contrast piping for a retro-sport look.

Accessories

Crossbody Bag

Both practical and stylish, a crossbody bag complements the urban style of the Samba. Go for vintage logos for an added touch.

Crew Socks

Wear crew socks with your Sambas to enhance their vintage-sport feel, and go for a white or cream pair with a subtle contrast stripe or logo to draw the eye.

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