First introduced in 1979 for elite handball players, these shoes are now beloved for their classic style. This version is built with a nubuck suede upper for a supple feel. A soft gum rubber outsole keeps them true to their vintage roots.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
How and why is the adidas Samba everywhere?<\/h3>\n
While the Samba had moments as part of the skate scene in the 90s, and UK football hooligan culture in the 70s and 80s, its recent ascent is one for the history books, but its newfound global sneaker stardom didn\u2019t happen overnight. A gargantuan resurgence has been a slow burn over the past three years, cooked up by perfect collaborations, major celebrity sightings and social media virality.<\/p>\n