21 Easy Ways to Wear Fashion’s Favorite Sneakers—The Adidas Samba

Adidas Sambas have been around since 1950, but a recent resurgence among celebrity It Girls has brought them back to the forefront. Emily Ratajkowsi wore hers with trousers and a cardigan. Bella Hadid paired them with neutral loungewear and a trench, while Jennifer Lawrence added her signature wrap coat. In truth, Adidas Sambas outfits are so easy to put together.

The genius of these sneakers is their simplicity and versatility. They’re equally chic paired with a tennis skirt, track pants, or trousers, and they lend an effortless look to whatever outfit they’re part of. They can dress down a blazer or add an edge to a prairie skirt—some of the best pairings are the most unexpected. And since they come in so many colors, Sambas can serve as an everyday basic or a statement accessory.

Ahead, discover 21 ways to style fashion’s favorite sneaker.

Blazer and Baseball Hat

Pairing two elements with opposite aesthetics is a fail-proof equation for building an interesting outfit. A baseball hat and blazer are a classic example. At first glance, the items call for separate occasions, but together they strike the perfect balance between put together and laid back. Princess Diana debuted the look at school drop-off in 1989, and It girls everywhere have been replicating it ever since. Double down on the dichotomy with a pair of tailored shorts and Sambas.

Rugby Shirts and Baggy Jeans

Baggy jeans are officially back. This ’90s throwbacks are more stylish than ever, begging to be worn on repeat. A nice roomy pair of jeans and snug Sambas exude a casual chicness that’s easy to replicate. Keep things relaxed with your look with a loose-fitting rugby shirt that’ll play up the tomboyish charm of these pieces.

White Jeans and Silk Scarves

Wrapping yourself in a silk scarf is all the rage this season, and there’s countless ways to do it. From tying one around the waist, wearing it as a top, or layered like a sash, a scarf is a versatile piece to bring stylish flair to the simplest pieces like a pair of white jeans and these Adidas Spezial sneakers. Similar to the Sambas, the Spezial’s feature a thicker gum sole and cushier fit.

Tailored Trousers

Tailored trousers and Sambas are another example of how items with opposite styles can complement each other. This monochromatic look relies on shades of blue, but another color of Sambas could add interest or help tie in an accessory.

Cutoff Jorts

If micro shorts and miniskirts aren’t part of your style M.O., then try on a pair of cut-off jorts. You’ll still be able to let your stems get some air without showing too much skin. This ’90s retro style is the relaxed cousin of the skinny jean and is perfect to wear with Sambas for more casual, cool outfits.

Double Denim

Canadian Tuxedos are a fashion mainstay, and Sambas are their perfect pairing. White sneakers and jeans are a classic, but a brightly colored pair would do well here too. If your denim is light, go with white. If it’s dark, go for color.

Jeans and a Tank

Add interest to an otherwise basic outfit with a brightly colored pair of Sambas. Match the sneakers to your sunglasses or bag for extra cohesion, and sling a sweater over your shoulders for added “Oh this? I just threw it on” energy. It girls would be proud.

Button Downs and Bubble Skirts

Sambas and striped shirts immediately bring to mind images of the laid-back preppiness of school uniforms. To bring a touch of romance to this scholarly style throw on a voluminous piece like a bubble skirt to round out the straight lines of the shirt and sneakers.

Leather Bomber

Few things read as effortlessly cool as a leather bomber. Layering one with a sweatshirt, jeans, and Sambas will have you looking like a celebrity photographed by paparazzi on their morning coffee run. And who doesn’t want that?

Colorful Blazer

A statement piece like this chartreuse blazer goes great with simple staples like jeans and a white button down. But adding a colorful pair of Sambas to the mix? It adds interest in a way that isn’t too loud but is very stylish.

Tips

As stylish and versatile as Adidas Sambas are, like most shoes, they can take some time to work in. If you’ve got a new pair, it’s best to wear them for a quick outing versus all day.

Maxidress

Wearing a maxi with sneakers is the ultimate way to dress the classy garment down. And when you add colors, like the camel and green neutrals shown here, you don’t even have to sacrifice style points. A win is a win.

Miniskirt and Blazer

Another baseball hat and blazer combo, but this time with a miniskirt. Choosing a blazer that hits right at the hem of the skirt creates a streamlined look. Sambas keep things casual, while high socks play into the schoolcore aesthetic.

Tennis Skirt

Play up the athletic aspect of Adidas Sambas with a tennis skirt and crewneck. This outfit could skew capital P preppy with certain accessories, but the Sambas ground it. A sporty headband in the same color as the Sambas completes the look.

Matching Coat and Bag

Matching your shoes to your bag isn’t revolutionary advice, but to do so with such a vivid color is extra striking. Let the pink accessories, including the Gazelle sneaker (a variation of Sambas), shine by keeping the rest of the look neutral. Gray jeans and a white tee are the perfect backdrop.

Layered Neutrals

Red Sambas add color to an otherwise neutral outfit and stand out against cream-colored pants. With any other shoe, this outfit might read prim and classic, but the sneakers add an edge and keep it relaxed.

Loungewear and a Trench Coat

Sweatpants and sneakers aren’t exactly groundbreaking, but keeping things neutral and adding a trench elevates the look. Camel colored Sambas play nicely with the warm brown trench and sepia-tinted aviators. It’s a perfect airport outfit.

Maxiskirt and Tights

Sneakers and tights aren’t the most obvious duo, but this look proves it can be done. With just a few inches of tights peeking out under a maxiskirt, it works. Matching the sneakers, top, jacket, and bag with the tights ties the whole thing together.

Matching Set

Matching sets bring the same “I’m not trying to be cool” energy of Adidas Sambas. What’s better is that this outfit is perfect for a day-to-night look. During the day, sport the look without the top. Then, come nightfall, throw the button-up back on.

Black and White Fit

If all else fails, match your outfit to your Sambas with simple black and white pieces. You can make the top half of your outfit black and keep the bottom white. Or you could flip the neutrals. Or you can sandwich the colors. This truly is a fool-proof combo.

Jeans and a Vest

As you might’ve learned by now, Adidas Sambas truly go with every outfit. Here, Kendall Jenner show that you can even sport a vest, jeans, and Sambas—and still look wildly fashionable.

All-Black

Dress down a more corporate look with a colorful pair of sneakers. The all-black outfit doesn’t have much variety in the way of shape or texture, so the addition of color really makes it. If you wanted to add more hues, consider a colorful handbag. As a note, these sneakers are actually Adidas Handball Spezials—but they do look really similar to Sambas.

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