Although the Adidas Samba was initially made for indoor soccer, the internet-famous shoe has now weaseled its way into the wardrobes of it girls and fashion lovers. Even amidst the fast-changing landscape of fashion, the iconic design has managed to remain timeless more than seven decades after its first-ever edition. Consequently, it's become nearly impossible for sneakerheads to get their hands on a genuine Samba pair these days.
If you're growing impatient with the waitlist, consider ending your Adidas Samba search for another set of kicks that's just as chic and trendy. Get started with our recos below and take note of anything that catches your eye!
SHOP: 10 Chic Sneakers That Will Be the Next Adidas Samba
1. Adidas Handball Speziale
First launched in the late 1970s, this suede shoe is equal parts chic, comfy, and timeless all at once.
Handball Spezial Shoes, P,5300, ADIDAS, adidas.com
2. Adidas Gazelle Indoor
If you want a colorful sneaker that goes well with everything, Adidas' Gazelle Indoor is the best choice for you! Similar to the Samba, it's an indoor football shoe that features a sleek silhouette.
Gazelle Indoor Shoes, P7,500, ADIDAS, adidas.com
3. Adidas Velosamba
Built with recyled and vegan materials, the Adidas Velosamba is basically just the cycling alternative to the OG Samba. It even comes in the exact same colors!
Velosamba Vegan Cycling Shoe, P6,000, ADIDAS, adidas.com
4. Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66
Of course, no sneaker roundup would be complete without the cult-fave Mexico 66 by Onitsuka Tiger. Despite drawing inspiration from '60s designs, the training shoe still looks contemporary!
Mexico 66, P6,590, ONITSUKA TIGER, onitsukatiger.com
5. Onitsuka Tiger EDR 78
Since the Mexico 66 is also an in-demand style, it might be hard to find one in your preferred colorway. In that instance, we suggest going for the EDR 78, another classic Onitsuka Tiger sneaker with a similar design.
EDR 78, P5,790, ONITSUKA TIGER, onitsukatiger.com
6. Gola Badminton Plimsoll Trainers
Weightless and flexible, this off-white canvas sneaker from Gola stays true to the brand's '70s namesake original. The best part: It costs less than P5,000!
Badminton Plimsoll Trainers, P4,694, GOLA, gola.co.uk
7. Keds X Staud Court Lace Up
Love chunky shoes? Ease yourself into the trend with a sporty yet stylish pair of Court Lace Ups.
Court Lace Up, $124.95 (approx. P7,092), KEDS X STAUD, keds.com
8. Nike Killshot 2 Leather
Nike's Killshot 2 is another low-profile tennis shoe that deserves a spot in your wardrobe. Made with a mix of suede and leather, this pair is a practically a must-have for cool girls!
Killshot 2 Leather, P5,192, NIKE, nike.com
9. New Balance RC30
To shake up any OOTD in an instant, you'll need an eye-catching set of kicks. The New Balance RC30 is a great example!
RC30, £110 (approx. P7,663), NEW BALANCE, newbalance.co.uk
10. The Row Owen City Sneaker in Leather and Mesh
Regardless of your personal style, it's always worth investing in a classic designer sneaker like this bestseller from The Row.
Owen City Sneaker in Leather and Mesh, $750, (approx. P42,541), THE ROW, therow.com
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