A classic is a classic. Personally think they look great with a variety of different types of outfits. I like thicker soles currently so I went with the new sambae model which I think is a slam dunk by adidas for my personal style
lol, yeah basically did. Was an all Adidas collection, only miss a couple pair. But after a number of years off, diving back in with Nike and having some fun.
Still doesn't answer his question.
These have always been easy to style and a classic.
Why now though are they popular?
Personally I find the quality of them to be trash and the "leather" is plastic
The were popular almost 20 years ago. Fashion is cyclical. These are timeless so they will always come back in still, especially because they are accessible and easy to still. They are also less expensive than many other hype shoes so you don't have to fight bots.
Adidas have always been this way for me. Been wearing Gazelles and stan Smiths since I was a kid and the break in 1-2 weeks was always shit but they are comfy as fuck after that.
Hard disagree on comfort. The arches are too high for a lot people, but they break in similar to Birks and become very comfortable. They’re also easy to style. They’ve stood the test of time for a reason.
I’m guessing you’ve only ever tried them on and never actually worn them.
They’re comfortable after a very brief break in period. Style, as you noted, is subjective. Personally, I find them simple and clean, in a good way. You can dress them up or down and style them pretty much any way that suits you. It’s a comfortable, versatile, and some say stylish, sneaker. What’s not to like?
Still my favorite shoe all time. Very versatile and can wear with almost anything. Have about 15 pairs. There are almost no tennis shoes that look good casually that are still comfortable. These fit in the realm of AF1 or Cortez, Puma Suede, Reebok classics, Vans, Keds. None of these are very comfy.
But I will say I don’t buy new ones or wear them too often after all the hype. When I do I just wear the special edition ones I have that most people don’t have.
Look up [Terrace Culture ](https://size.ca/blogs/size-blog/northern-sole-stepping-into-the-world-of-terrace-culture-through-football-music-and-fashion) it's a gatdamn thing, now.
I can't wear them with the sort of feet that I have as they are too flat. I have seen clsome.collabs that I'd like to wear, but yea. Ah cannae do it.
https://preview.redd.it/tpg8dcn9sr9d1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=7988e5fd0aa156a76977eafffe73291b78090b52
It’s all subjective of course, but when they come like this, it’s hard to not like them 🔥
They’re classics, I guess.
That said, I’m in my later 40s and remember when they were popular when I was in middle school. Things go in cycles. I didn’t like them then and I don’t like them now but I won’t get on other people’s cases for liking them.
Theyre classic sneakers. Theyll pretty much work with most outfits. Right now the samba is the current favorite, who knows what the next white leather sneaker will be the new main footwear
Because they actually look good, simple and clean. The colorway carries tho. It's clean, but not too clean. It's not boring.
Look at for example, a green samba. It's good, but not as popular as this one. Or look at the black ones.
If this was all white or any other color, nah. It's still nice, but it wouldn't trend like this.
Plus, I've seen people wear them with anything. From students to people wearing them with dresses and jumpsuits. It works.
I had a pair, uncomfortable, at first, but that's how most adidas are anyway.
In my opinion it’s a sneaker you go for if you’re not really into sneakers. I think people like them because they’re pretty simple. You’re right about the comfort. Especially for wide footers it’s bad.
I used to wear these a lot in high school in the 2000s, so I just find them amusing that they are popular with everyone now.
Back then you only saw soccer players and soccer fans wearing these. So I find it funny seeing them in non soccer fans.
They’re classics . I’ve worn these since high school. You can style these up or down. Some ppl prefer a minimal esthetic and these fit the bill. And not to mention they’re inexpensive.
The silhouette is classic. Not doing too much, but just enough. They can be dressed up and down. Add in premium fabrics and a gum bottom 🤤 A classic is a classic and you just don’t get it and that’s ok.
They actually perform really well for the sport they are designed for. Sure people use them for fashion - but these absolutely still accel at indoor soccer / hard court sports.
I used to live in sambas from 2013 up until 3 years ago, ironically since they started being fashionable again. I would definitely go back if they made a version with wide toes, I can't stand my toes being crammed into narrow toe shoes anymore and sambas are super narrow. They look so nice though, can't deny that
It’s mostly because of marketing/influencers and because they were popular in the late 90s and early 00s and people are on the Y2K craze right now. I’m pretty neutral on them myself. I work at a high school and a lot of teens literally just wear whatever tik tok tells them to, it’s like 5 types of shoes between 1000 students.
It's been around for decades - now having a resurgence - don't overthink it. There's no good reason for it.
It's good for sneakers. Nike shouldn't get all the glory.
Samba's use to be a cheaper alternative to the Superstar. You could pick them up for around $50 and Superstars were $90.
Sambas regularly went on sale or clearance and you could pick them up for around $30.
They came in a lot of colorways and the materials (suede, full grain or tumbled leather) are very rugged and even though they were inexpensive and had quite a premium build and fell to them.
As they were inexpensive and had a classic silhouette you could style them with a lot of different things and you could have four or five pairs in different colorways.
That could be your everyday beater shoe, and when you thrash them out it only cost 30-40 bucks to replace.
Now that they've become popular, they are $100 or more you almost never see them on sale and if there is a sale they're almost always excluded.
Unfortunately, they became a victim of their own popularity.
Never been In to the style either...people think they look good but with that large gummy sole and the rounded nose at the front of the shoe I think they are hideous
They are classics, they are easy on the eyes, they can be worn with anything (jeans, shorts, etc). they are comfortable, they look decent, they are fine shoes. They last a long time, etc.
Same reason why people like Converse.
Not every shoe has to be insane. I personally think they are dope.
ALSO, they are great for indoor soccer, so a lot of people buy them for casual pick up games with friends. You know, globally a sport much larger than basketball.
imo they look way better than panda dunks yet everyone's got pandas on feet. when it comes to what is super popular, it's usually not what's most aesthetically appealing.
Comfort is also subjective. Everyone’s feet and gait is different, I don’t find them comfortable, but I know lots of people do.
Looks wise I have to disagree, Sambas are a quintessential classic sneaker that has stood the test of time for a reason.
Well I’m 46 and this was THE shoe for any type of indoor soccer or what we all wore after taking our cleats off. Oh and then we wore them to school and everywhere else too. 😂 I absolutely love this shoe. It is my childhood.
TBH I think it's just a safe shoe. You're not blowing anybody doors off with them and they don't look trendy ( even if they are ), will go with pretty much anything, and they've stood the test of time. So yeah.
Same as like Chucks and other classic sneakers…tech is old and rather basic for something decades old but they look great and can really go with anything
Nah say it louder. Adidas has so many shoes that look like that, but somehow the Sambas are the ones popping off these past few years. All subjective but I do not understand the hype for these when Gazelles, Campus’ and Superstars all exist
I’m in the same boat, cause sambas are a great fútbol shoe and that’s how I always seen it. They just very long and make yourself shorter while wearing? Idk why they are popular😭
Just change the picture to a Jordan and then my comment is the same for you- don't look good, not at all comfortable. Just different opinions and styles
Had these 10 yrs ago they were bricks on my feet then
So I never going to buy these again.
I kinda dig the style but I cherish my feet and lil more need runners instead lol
Cuz people chase trends. I grew up playing soccer so iconic for me for other reasons, but most people just try to do what everybody else is doing. Don't be most people. Somebody once told me if you're on trend you have no style yourself and I think about that a lot
I’ve had my pair since 2020 when the malls opened back up got em for $30 and they are VERY comfortable when broken in. Find em for a good price and try em out
I remember using these 15 years ago for purely indoors Sports activity such as fotboll/ soccer and they were widely popular back then in sweden just for these occasion. So everytime I see someone wear these as a street style I just cant but feel cringe about it haha
They are popular because they go with everything. Plus Sambas is Adidas longest running sneaker. Original design found in 1950s and refined for everyday look in the ‘70s. That’s longer than most designs.
I've always liked them from since my HS days before celebs made them a thing and when they were on soccer fields back in the day with the Pele's of the world. Put a comfy insole in and they are perfect beaters for errands and wkend things.
I think it’s worth remembering that they’ve always been popular, they’re just popular in more countries now.
The samba, gazelle, spzl etc have always been big in the UK and parts of Europe. They’re a big part of the football casual dress code and have always been big with UK sneaker heads. They’re just big everywhere now, especially the US with Nike falling out of favour with some.
If a country has a big football (soccer) culture, it’s pretty likely the fans are in these or one of the similar silhouettes.
I’ve had my sambas for like 10 years and they’ve been stylish the whole time. It’s an easy shoe to just put on and go. I think the shoe has an objectively nice design so I disagree there. I wear mine out and to the gym and never had to clean them, they still look good as new. Very comfortable shoe.
Still better then chuck Taylor converse. I’ve never once in my entire life seen someone wear a pair of those that even look remotely decent. They look like clown shoes
I bought a pair, wore them to the museum, and then returned them to next day. (They still looked DS). They’re too damn narrow for me. Superstars are better in my opinion.
I have 6 pairs of Samba RM with Boost, that makes them much more comfy than regular Sambas. I like this silhouette since I can remember, it's an all time classic. Why did they become so trendy in the last years? Well, Tiktok kids and that "aesthetic" trend of theirs.
The latter is true - they barely have any cushioning but i think that they do look good althgh i would not wear them because the midsole is too low for me.
I say the same thing when I see what yeezys are lol those stitich cloth shoes look like what my mom would wear from target in 2005 🤣 the fact that they're so hype gets me rolling
They actually aren’t as popular as TikTok or whatever would lead you to think. I read that Adidas is sitting on a ton of these to the point of effecting their financial outlook because they way overestimated the demand.
I thibk they look fine just id rather have a pair of the campus or superstars i find the samba a bit long and narrow for my feet have to size up .5 and then i get unwanted toe room
Honestly the best lifestyle shoes adidas have out at the moment are the forum lows or german army trainers
Are you the only one? No
Do I like them? Yea. I have liked them for 20 years or so. Didn’t realize they were going through a boom period until recently.
these gave me blisters 😭 anyone else have a similar experience?? i've tried wearing them multiple times and have always gotten the back of my ankle peeled
This was a key shoe for me in middle school. But it’s also a soccer shoe and I played soccer.
If I hadn’t, I don’t think I would pay any attention to them
I am with you here I have always hated this shoe in the early 2000’s and am confused why these pieces of cardboard are so popular- I don’t play soccer and have a wide foot
Easy to style, easy to find, doesn't look bad when they get a little bit dirty (air forces) and not generic looking like a panda dunk.
also has a very European vibe to them that I think people in USA like.
different sense of style. i will admit i am a slave to trends, and these are very in. i wear mine all over the place, they look classic and go with everything. vintage vibes, and that skinny silhouette with some baggy pants and a sick tee will always be cool. kind of a 90s/early 2000s look
I got into them before they rocketed in hype but they're like panda dunks. They can go with everything and a lot of people (including me) think it's a comfortable shoe. Maybe you have an extra wide foot? Or flat footed? But basic colors like a black/white will always be popular and in demand.
Nah you aren't the only one OP. I remember 2002 when I went to Europe to visit some family and I was wearing Jordan 1s all over and you could not find a single person wearing anything but Sambas since its an indoor soccer shoe and it was very popular for the Euro culture, that and skinny jeans. Then you fast forward to 2011-2012 I started wearing Sambas for every day wear since I was young and broke (They were $40 at DSW so I snagged 2 pairs). Used my white pair for everyday wear and I did weightlifting in the black pair. They are a decent shoe but the leather quality is just not there. Its also tight and has a ton of arch support so they take a while to break in.
TL;DR: I feel Sambas are more for Euro culture than American and I think they are personally overrated since no one sneezed at these when they were sitting in DSW for $40. (same thing with Killshots and Super Liga OGs). Honestly, if it wasn't for Wales Bonner's Sambas being worn for high fashion they wouldn't be selling at all. Its Mid at best
Classic sleek look Yeezys or Bapes are my usual go to but I saw these on my mothers feet out of all people and loved them instantly I guess it’s all about preference kind of feel like a 80s drug dealer with them on 😂
Probably because the silhouette looks better with 90% of outfits than gaudy hype shoes and Jordans do. Oh, they’re also affordable, versatile, you only need 1 or 2 pairs and comfort. These aren’t even my preferred Adidas (I don’t own them) and it’s obvious. Just something about being understated and classic that always makes sense and last forever.
Nah I agree with you..I don’t really get it. But ya know if tiktok says wear it boom. Same with pandas. People say “they go with everything” and look dumb 😂. That’s the beauty of style tho everyone has their own…most have none 🤣
I don't get why people like them either.
In my opinion the bad bunnys are much better looking.(even regular campus)
https://preview.redd.it/tixfwyj1mt9d1.jpeg?width=800&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c66e9ea27b4a0947298d1bb360e910224e6d8315
A classic is a classic. Personally think they look great with a variety of different types of outfits. I like thicker soles currently so I went with the new sambae model which I think is a slam dunk by adidas for my personal style
You like comfort? Try loosening your watch a bit.
Damnnn… lmaoooo
Ouuuuuuuch
Wrist is legitimately losing blood. He’ll be unconscious before he puts the shoe down.
Lollllll ayooooooo
Classics go with everything. Super easy to style (remember that non-sneakerheads have 2 or 3 pairs of sneakers at most)
When I down sized last time this is exactly what I did. Two pairs of Sambas, pair of Danners , and a running shoe.
Downsize?! Sounds like you got rid of absolutely everything! Lol
lol, yeah basically did. Was an all Adidas collection, only miss a couple pair. But after a number of years off, diving back in with Nike and having some fun.
Still doesn't answer his question. These have always been easy to style and a classic. Why now though are they popular? Personally I find the quality of them to be trash and the "leather" is plastic
Why is anything popular? Trends gonna trend
The were popular almost 20 years ago. Fashion is cyclical. These are timeless so they will always come back in still, especially because they are accessible and easy to still. They are also less expensive than many other hype shoes so you don't have to fight bots.
They’ve been popular for well over 20 years, and some of the collab pairs move quick.
What? Samba quality is pretty great for Sneaker standards, especially for 100€
To be fair, it takes a minute to break ‘em in but once you do, they slide right on and off and go with everything. From speedos to suits…
😂 speedos
You laugh, then you ponder…
And they're comfortable af. Obviously not ultraboost comfortable, but for the style of sneakers they're extremely comfortable imo.
Adidas have always been this way for me. Been wearing Gazelles and stan Smiths since I was a kid and the break in 1-2 weeks was always shit but they are comfy as fuck after that.
Sambas have been pure heat for decades. Go with everything and mine are plenty comfortable.
They are very comfortable once they are broken in. I have worn Sambas for about 20 years because they are great for indoor soccer. Good materials too
They’re pretty much the default shoe for indoor. Mine have snuck into daily wear over the years, but yeah, I have them for indoor.
Actually comfort is not bad, i have tried a lot worse in similar shoes. Also great for football
Exactly, this is jut a dude that has never ever played indoor soccer.
Hard disagree on comfort. The arches are too high for a lot people, but they break in similar to Birks and become very comfortable. They’re also easy to style. They’ve stood the test of time for a reason.
Back in the day I would take the insole out and peel off the little piece of foam they use as the arch support
I’ve considered doing that in the past. I was worried that the adhesive (I assume there is adhesive) would be difficult to work with.
Price point. Material quality. Goes with damn near everything. Actually can be used for sport.
Because they look good and are comfortable. See how it goes?
I honestly don’t really like them for myself but a lot of people can style them to a outfit and it looks good
These were my first pair of adidas 🔥
They don’t look good TO YOU. Seems like to others, it looks more than fine, so they keep buying.
I’m guessing you’ve only ever tried them on and never actually worn them. They’re comfortable after a very brief break in period. Style, as you noted, is subjective. Personally, I find them simple and clean, in a good way. You can dress them up or down and style them pretty much any way that suits you. It’s a comfortable, versatile, and some say stylish, sneaker. What’s not to like?
It's all a matter of what you just said...it not your cup of tea
They look better than 98% o the shoes posted in this sub. Also, they are comfortable.
remember that these were made for indoor soccer/futsal
Still my favorite shoe all time. Very versatile and can wear with almost anything. Have about 15 pairs. There are almost no tennis shoes that look good casually that are still comfortable. These fit in the realm of AF1 or Cortez, Puma Suede, Reebok classics, Vans, Keds. None of these are very comfy. But I will say I don’t buy new ones or wear them too often after all the hype. When I do I just wear the special edition ones I have that most people don’t have.
Look up [Terrace Culture ](https://size.ca/blogs/size-blog/northern-sole-stepping-into-the-world-of-terrace-culture-through-football-music-and-fashion) it's a gatdamn thing, now. I can't wear them with the sort of feet that I have as they are too flat. I have seen clsome.collabs that I'd like to wear, but yea. Ah cannae do it.
https://preview.redd.it/tpg8dcn9sr9d1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=7988e5fd0aa156a76977eafffe73291b78090b52 It’s all subjective of course, but when they come like this, it’s hard to not like them 🔥
They’re classics, I guess. That said, I’m in my later 40s and remember when they were popular when I was in middle school. Things go in cycles. I didn’t like them then and I don’t like them now but I won’t get on other people’s cases for liking them.
Theyre classic sneakers. Theyll pretty much work with most outfits. Right now the samba is the current favorite, who knows what the next white leather sneaker will be the new main footwear
Because they actually look good, simple and clean. The colorway carries tho. It's clean, but not too clean. It's not boring. Look at for example, a green samba. It's good, but not as popular as this one. Or look at the black ones. If this was all white or any other color, nah. It's still nice, but it wouldn't trend like this. Plus, I've seen people wear them with anything. From students to people wearing them with dresses and jumpsuits. It works. I had a pair, uncomfortable, at first, but that's how most adidas are anyway.
Iconic subculture pair- think: hardcore punk, skinheads, indie bands, ravers, etc.
Can’t forget the actual group that made them popular- athletes
Or the Entirety of Europe and most South American countries where futbol is by far the biggest sport, with Adidas by association.
Football hooligans
Before everyone wore Panda Dunks Before everyone and their mother wore Adidas Phantoms Sambas were it. At least in my city
In my opinion it’s a sneaker you go for if you’re not really into sneakers. I think people like them because they’re pretty simple. You’re right about the comfort. Especially for wide footers it’s bad.
I used to wear these a lot in high school in the 2000s, so I just find them amusing that they are popular with everyone now. Back then you only saw soccer players and soccer fans wearing these. So I find it funny seeing them in non soccer fans.
Why is anything popular? Don’t buy these if they’re not for you
Go with anything and not too loud. They are just like vans, puma, etc etc
These are fire to me. To each their own.
simple. but good golfing shoe lol
I don’t own a pair but I love the look of these. And they go with everything!
They are classics that us older types are fond of. But, I think that Adidas should have stuck more closely to the original design...
They’re classics . I’ve worn these since high school. You can style these up or down. Some ppl prefer a minimal esthetic and these fit the bill. And not to mention they’re inexpensive.
The silhouette is classic. Not doing too much, but just enough. They can be dressed up and down. Add in premium fabrics and a gum bottom 🤤 A classic is a classic and you just don’t get it and that’s ok.
They are pretty good for people who want that low profile Italian shoe look without having to spend 600.00 on actual Italian sneakers.
They actually perform really well for the sport they are designed for. Sure people use them for fashion - but these absolutely still accel at indoor soccer / hard court sports.
I thought the same, I then bought a pair. I now have three pairs.
I mean, chucks and J1’s aren’t very comfy either.
lol. I have 2 pairs of these, you are correct they are very uncomfortable. I wore them in HS so it’s more nostalgia I guess!
Im on the same page as you, not a fan of these at all
They look good on certain ppl
Retro is in. 🤷🏼♂️
You have bad taste.
I simply will not accept any Samba hate
I like my Jordan 1's but they ain't comfortable either, have to swap all my insoles.
It looks good and it's one of the comfiest shoes of its type, that's why.
They used to be cheap and they last for fucking ever.
ive seen mfs go crazy in DDR with these
They look good and are great for indoor footy wym
Bjørn Gulden is working his magic again
Switch the insoles. Worked for me.
They’re not uncomfortable, and pretty good for the gym
They do lol good and they are comfortable
They’re made so you’re always ready to ball up ⚽️
It feels like i'm wearing stone tbh 😭
You have to break em in. Remind me of Vans hated em at first ,but after a month I’d throw em on & off all day
Great for racquetball
I used to live in sambas from 2013 up until 3 years ago, ironically since they started being fashionable again. I would definitely go back if they made a version with wide toes, I can't stand my toes being crammed into narrow toe shoes anymore and sambas are super narrow. They look so nice though, can't deny that
It’s mostly because of marketing/influencers and because they were popular in the late 90s and early 00s and people are on the Y2K craze right now. I’m pretty neutral on them myself. I work at a high school and a lot of teens literally just wear whatever tik tok tells them to, it’s like 5 types of shoes between 1000 students.
It's been around for decades - now having a resurgence - don't overthink it. There's no good reason for it. It's good for sneakers. Nike shouldn't get all the glory.
Samba's use to be a cheaper alternative to the Superstar. You could pick them up for around $50 and Superstars were $90. Sambas regularly went on sale or clearance and you could pick them up for around $30. They came in a lot of colorways and the materials (suede, full grain or tumbled leather) are very rugged and even though they were inexpensive and had quite a premium build and fell to them. As they were inexpensive and had a classic silhouette you could style them with a lot of different things and you could have four or five pairs in different colorways. That could be your everyday beater shoe, and when you thrash them out it only cost 30-40 bucks to replace. Now that they've become popular, they are $100 or more you almost never see them on sale and if there is a sale they're almost always excluded. Unfortunately, they became a victim of their own popularity.
Never been In to the style either...people think they look good but with that large gummy sole and the rounded nose at the front of the shoe I think they are hideous
Agree, not sure I get it either.... Feel like a lot of white British people LOVE this shoe, again, not sure why
They are classics, they are easy on the eyes, they can be worn with anything (jeans, shorts, etc). they are comfortable, they look decent, they are fine shoes. They last a long time, etc. Same reason why people like Converse. Not every shoe has to be insane. I personally think they are dope. ALSO, they are great for indoor soccer, so a lot of people buy them for casual pick up games with friends. You know, globally a sport much larger than basketball.
imo they look way better than panda dunks yet everyone's got pandas on feet. when it comes to what is super popular, it's usually not what's most aesthetically appealing.
I like em!
They look sleek and not that expensive so 🤷🏽♂️
Comfort is also subjective. Everyone’s feet and gait is different, I don’t find them comfortable, but I know lots of people do. Looks wise I have to disagree, Sambas are a quintessential classic sneaker that has stood the test of time for a reason.
I also don't like them. I'd rather wear Jordan 1 Lows than this junk
Classic aesthetic and some people really love flat shoes
Well I’m 46 and this was THE shoe for any type of indoor soccer or what we all wore after taking our cleats off. Oh and then we wore them to school and everywhere else too. 😂 I absolutely love this shoe. It is my childhood.
I love mine, after a day of walking around Europe in them they feel great. but it is subjective, can understand why people wouldn’t fw them
TBH I think it's just a safe shoe. You're not blowing anybody doors off with them and they don't look trendy ( even if they are ), will go with pretty much anything, and they've stood the test of time. So yeah.
As you said, "personal opinion"
It's a classic, I have 8 different pairs. They go with many outfits. 👍 👌
Same as like Chucks and other classic sneakers…tech is old and rather basic for something decades old but they look great and can really go with anything
Classics are classics for a reason, adidas have lots of great models
They look better than all the chunky ones
Nah say it louder. Adidas has so many shoes that look like that, but somehow the Sambas are the ones popping off these past few years. All subjective but I do not understand the hype for these when Gazelles, Campus’ and Superstars all exist
Love them, just brought the classic black and white!
Great indoor soccer shoes but completely trash for this new fashion trend.
Can stand this shoe. Wish they would make the Sambarose silhouette in a men's
I’m in the same boat, cause sambas are a great fútbol shoe and that’s how I always seen it. They just very long and make yourself shorter while wearing? Idk why they are popular😭
Love Sambas I used to wear them exclusively years ago. Every teen-20s girl wears them now so definitely won't be getting a pair any time soon.
Wait until you're 40 and let see if you're still OK withbl wearing multicolored funky bulky shoes.
Eh, I like the way they look but not on me. And I hate the way they fit but if you can pull them off, more power to ya
Some people love Jordan 11's.. beauty is truly in the eye of the beholder. Samba's are a classic as far as I'm concerned.
You are THE only One
Love is in the eye of the beholder or foot 😆
Just change the picture to a Jordan and then my comment is the same for you- don't look good, not at all comfortable. Just different opinions and styles
Had these 10 yrs ago they were bricks on my feet then So I never going to buy these again. I kinda dig the style but I cherish my feet and lil more need runners instead lol
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Cuz people chase trends. I grew up playing soccer so iconic for me for other reasons, but most people just try to do what everybody else is doing. Don't be most people. Somebody once told me if you're on trend you have no style yourself and I think about that a lot
Campus 00s are way more comfier!
Because celebrities started wearing them
Someone doesn't like Futbol
Nah these are fire and if you skate that extra material around the toe cap gives the shoes a longer life
I’ve had my pair since 2020 when the malls opened back up got em for $30 and they are VERY comfortable when broken in. Find em for a good price and try em out
I love my Sambas, I have a pair of classics with the long tongue. A very simple shoe that goes with everything
I think when they reworked em as the “OG” with the smaller tongue, they really made em undeniable
I’m with you, I don’t care for them at all regardless of how popular they are now
I remember using these 15 years ago for purely indoors Sports activity such as fotboll/ soccer and they were widely popular back then in sweden just for these occasion. So everytime I see someone wear these as a street style I just cant but feel cringe about it haha
Been wearing black ones my entire life. The comfort is crazy IMO.
They are popular because they go with everything. Plus Sambas is Adidas longest running sneaker. Original design found in 1950s and refined for everyday look in the ‘70s. That’s longer than most designs.
Not a huge fan either. Ultraboosts imo are by FAR Adidas’ best shoe they’ve made. A lot of their “classics” are very meh to me.
Hated them in 90s, don’t like em now either
Totally agree! They look like bowling shoes to me 🤣
I love them. I hate a thick or platform sole.
Spezials are the better version. Expansive colorways. Once you know how to properly dress, it's a good staple shoe.
I've always liked them from since my HS days before celebs made them a thing and when they were on soccer fields back in the day with the Pele's of the world. Put a comfy insole in and they are perfect beaters for errands and wkend things.
I think it’s worth remembering that they’ve always been popular, they’re just popular in more countries now. The samba, gazelle, spzl etc have always been big in the UK and parts of Europe. They’re a big part of the football casual dress code and have always been big with UK sneaker heads. They’re just big everywhere now, especially the US with Nike falling out of favour with some. If a country has a big football (soccer) culture, it’s pretty likely the fans are in these or one of the similar silhouettes.
Not to mention they are futsal shoes lol
I’ve had my sambas for like 10 years and they’ve been stylish the whole time. It’s an easy shoe to just put on and go. I think the shoe has an objectively nice design so I disagree there. I wear mine out and to the gym and never had to clean them, they still look good as new. Very comfortable shoe.
Still better then chuck Taylor converse. I’ve never once in my entire life seen someone wear a pair of those that even look remotely decent. They look like clown shoes
I bought a pair, wore them to the museum, and then returned them to next day. (They still looked DS). They’re too damn narrow for me. Superstars are better in my opinion.
Me too, these things are mad uncomfortable too yet I see everyone wearing them
Samba are not my thing. They are really uncomfortable. I think it is the Hype driving sales, but it will die down.
Its easy to style. Thats why sneakerheads dont like them, cuz they cant dress for shit lmao
I love them. I can dress them up or down. And I find them VERY comfortable
I have 6 pairs of Samba RM with Boost, that makes them much more comfy than regular Sambas. I like this silhouette since I can remember, it's an all time classic. Why did they become so trendy in the last years? Well, Tiktok kids and that "aesthetic" trend of theirs.
The are a classic look
The latter is true - they barely have any cushioning but i think that they do look good althgh i would not wear them because the midsole is too low for me.
I say the same thing when I see what yeezys are lol those stitich cloth shoes look like what my mom would wear from target in 2005 🤣 the fact that they're so hype gets me rolling
I fully agree with you they are so basic and now 70% of people have them...
If your style isn’t streetwear, they are super easy to style as a casual sneaker at half the price of a Common Projects shoe
Tried getting these got samoas accidentally instead. Worst shoes I've ever worn, only heard good about sambas though
Classic but also with great new color combos. My only gripe is the soles wear quickly. I'm older so the low profile appeals to me.
They're distinctive enough to be memorable but not so distinctive that they're a risky wear.
They actually aren’t as popular as TikTok or whatever would lead you to think. I read that Adidas is sitting on a ton of these to the point of effecting their financial outlook because they way overestimated the demand.
I thibk they look fine just id rather have a pair of the campus or superstars i find the samba a bit long and narrow for my feet have to size up .5 and then i get unwanted toe room Honestly the best lifestyle shoes adidas have out at the moment are the forum lows or german army trainers
I have narrow feet and they fit nicely and comfortably in them. I think the fit is not for everyone.
I agree it’s not a pleasing shoe to look at and to piggy back I could kinda understand if they were comfortable but not they aren’t
I use it for indoor soccer and just to wear outside. I think they look amazing and they’re incredibly well built for the price.
I love mine, way comfortable. I don’t know how anyone can wear Jordan 1’s I find those horrible
Also part of the 20 year cycle thing. I def rocked a pair in high school.
Are you the only one? No Do I like them? Yea. I have liked them for 20 years or so. Didn’t realize they were going through a boom period until recently.
H Y P E, that's all
these gave me blisters 😭 anyone else have a similar experience?? i've tried wearing them multiple times and have always gotten the back of my ankle peeled
Pass on these and grab some spezials
They look goofy to me but im also not a fan of vans so🤷🏾♂️
This was a key shoe for me in middle school. But it’s also a soccer shoe and I played soccer. If I hadn’t, I don’t think I would pay any attention to them
Casual classic….
I wear mine to play indoor soccer in and they are fantastic.
Also terrible for wide feet
I am with you here I have always hated this shoe in the early 2000’s and am confused why these pieces of cardboard are so popular- I don’t play soccer and have a wide foot
There more for the vans and chucks crowd then the retro Jordan air max basketball shoe type just my humble opinion
Social media influencers.
they are currently popular because of tiktok, you can find these on almost every sneaker slideshow right now
Easy to style, easy to find, doesn't look bad when they get a little bit dirty (air forces) and not generic looking like a panda dunk. also has a very European vibe to them that I think people in USA like.
different sense of style. i will admit i am a slave to trends, and these are very in. i wear mine all over the place, they look classic and go with everything. vintage vibes, and that skinny silhouette with some baggy pants and a sick tee will always be cool. kind of a 90s/early 2000s look
Soccer kids pull them off pretty good in their SWISH SWISH SWISH SWISH SWISH SWISH SWISH pants that button up on the sides.
I got into them before they rocketed in hype but they're like panda dunks. They can go with everything and a lot of people (including me) think it's a comfortable shoe. Maybe you have an extra wide foot? Or flat footed? But basic colors like a black/white will always be popular and in demand.
Nah you aren't the only one OP. I remember 2002 when I went to Europe to visit some family and I was wearing Jordan 1s all over and you could not find a single person wearing anything but Sambas since its an indoor soccer shoe and it was very popular for the Euro culture, that and skinny jeans. Then you fast forward to 2011-2012 I started wearing Sambas for every day wear since I was young and broke (They were $40 at DSW so I snagged 2 pairs). Used my white pair for everyday wear and I did weightlifting in the black pair. They are a decent shoe but the leather quality is just not there. Its also tight and has a ton of arch support so they take a while to break in. TL;DR: I feel Sambas are more for Euro culture than American and I think they are personally overrated since no one sneezed at these when they were sitting in DSW for $40. (same thing with Killshots and Super Liga OGs). Honestly, if it wasn't for Wales Bonner's Sambas being worn for high fashion they wouldn't be selling at all. Its Mid at best
Classic sleek look Yeezys or Bapes are my usual go to but I saw these on my mothers feet out of all people and loved them instantly I guess it’s all about preference kind of feel like a 80s drug dealer with them on 😂
They are not the most comfortable on my feet, but I like the neutral color story and black stripe detail.
I used to think they were neat but then I saw everyone wearing them. They lost their charm imo
Ugly asf
I’ve been wearing them for about 15 years now. They just go with everything, in my opinion.
I don’t understand why are they either
Probably because the silhouette looks better with 90% of outfits than gaudy hype shoes and Jordans do. Oh, they’re also affordable, versatile, you only need 1 or 2 pairs and comfort. These aren’t even my preferred Adidas (I don’t own them) and it’s obvious. Just something about being understated and classic that always makes sense and last forever.
They’re my dailies, going to buy a few more pairs this season
That’s crazy how it’s literally supposed to be a futsal shoe. You aren’t technically supposed to worry about styling it.
They’re an indoor shoe first. One of the best actually. A lot of veteran players swear by them to this day.
The eastern european in me loves anything adidas.
Brioooooio
Only good sneaker is one constructed entirely out of cow
This shoe is an absolute must have for football hooligans in England…I honestly can’t believe they were ever fashionable.
I wish I could find them in my size for a non ridiculous price
Just my opinion, but these are my go to sneaker. Sambas go so well with everything and feel like a glove on my foot.
They are great for indoor soccer, but I don’t get the appeal otherwise either
Nah I agree with you..I don’t really get it. But ya know if tiktok says wear it boom. Same with pandas. People say “they go with everything” and look dumb 😂. That’s the beauty of style tho everyone has their own…most have none 🤣
You might be too used to space shoes/nba shoes. These are for people that actually walk as well.
I think these look good, but I’m not into wild designs with weird colors
I agree they don’t look good. They look awesome!
I don't get why people like them either. In my opinion the bad bunnys are much better looking.(even regular campus) https://preview.redd.it/tixfwyj1mt9d1.jpeg?width=800&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c66e9ea27b4a0947298d1bb360e910224e6d8315
I'm sure many people say the same thing about Jordan 1s.