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adidas has teamed up with Pixar to bring Woody from Toy Story to life in a new footwear collaboration. The Toy Story x adidas Samba "Woody" sneaker is designed exclusively for kids and celebrates Woody's cowboy style with a playful twist. The reimagined adidas Samba sneaker pays homage to Woody's classic outfit with several charming details. The shoe features red and yellow plaid lining that reflects his signature shirt and furry cow-print heel overlays that nod to his cowboy chaps. Blue denim twill stripes are reminiscent of his rugged jeans, while smooth brown leather uppers resemble his boots. The design is finished with tan suede toes and gum rubber outsoles to complete the rustic aesthetic. The tongue of the sneaker features the  Disney logo and an illustration of Woody. The insoles feature the adidas Trefoil logo alongside Pixar branding, set against Andy's room's cloudy-sky wallpaper as a nostalgic tribute to the beloved character. While the exact...

Dingyun Zhang returns with two new reimagined Samba sneakers, marking his second collaboration with adidas . Following the "Core Black" debut, the new sneakers embrace fall-ready palettes and textures. The "White Vapour" colorway features an allover white suede upper, enhanced by a padded heel and tongue for a subtle tonal contrast. The "Oxidized Brown/Solar Red" variant features a warm brown upper paired with a gum sole and light gray sockliner and pronounced heel collar. Co-branded tongue and laces in "Solar Red" complete the look. The Dingyun Zhang x adidas Samba sneakers are set to drop on October 18 via adidas , Dingyun Zhang , and select retailers for $250 USD.

In early 2024, adidas introduced two exclusive Samba designs in collaboration with Lionel Messi . While both styles boasted a clean white base, a fresh addition to the lineup has just been unveiled, featuring a black makeover with gum soles. Crafted from supple leather and velvety suede, this iteration is elevated with metallic gold accents in the form of the adidas Three Stripes, heel counter, and "SAMBA" lettering. The Lionel Messi x adidas Samba "Black/Gold" sneaker will be releasing on Thursday, June 20 via adidas and select retailers for $100 USD.

adidas Originals is releasing a luxurious update to one of its most classic silhouettes, the Samba OG. The shoe is dropping in a sleek, black snakeskin leather iteration as part of its Made in Italy collection. This release follows the recent launch of the crocodile Made in Italy model, highlighting the brand's attention to detail and craftsmanship for the silhouette. The Samba OG draws inspiration from black patent leather dress shoes and was originally designed as an indoor soccer shoe in the 1950s. However, this updated version is intended to be worn as part of your daily lifestyle. From the upper to the lining, every detail is refined by hand. The upper is made of cordovan leather and features hand-painted finishes to give the shoe its luxurious snakeskin leather touch. The Three Stripes branding is prominently placed in white, paying homage to adidas' roots. The shoe also features black leather heel counters that match the laces, insoles, and rubber outsole. The adida...

Tim Hortons is celebrating this year's National Donut Day by collaborating with adidas on a special sneaker giveaway.  The collaboration features donut-inspired designs on adidas Samba's, created by Canadian sneaker customizer Jack Nguyen. The sneakers pay homage to classic Tim Hortons donut flavors, including Vanilla Dip, Boston Cream, Honey Cruller, and Double Chocolate. Each shoe features a co-branded Tim Hortons and adidas Originals Samba label on the tongue, as well as Canadian branding on the insoles. The collaboration is exclusive to Canada and can be entered through a raffle until June 7th at 11:50 p.m. EST for residents of Canada who are at least 16 years old.

London, UK-based designer Jevan Megbenu 's recently launched brand JEVGLOBAL  unveiled his customized adidas Samba sneakers as part of the brand's debut Spring 2024 " Colour Schemes " collection. The shoes boast a pristine white leather upper, accentuated by gray suede trim around the toe box. Adding a burst of color, the Three Stripe logo graces the side in a combination of red, yellow, and green. To top it off, the word "Samba" shimmers elegantly in gold. The customized JEVGLOBAL adidas Samba "For The Culture" sneakers infuse traditional Ghanaian kente prints in a blend of green, yellow, white, red, blue, and black, paying homage to Ghana's rich cultural heritage. The JEVGLOBAL "For The Culture" adidas Samba is a 1 of 1 creation and is available now exclusively via JEVGLOBAL's online store for £150 GBP (approximately $190 USD).

Pharrell Williams and adidas Originals are continuing their partnership with the release of the latest iterations of the Humanrace Samba silhouette. The new collection, called the "Colors Pack," features six colorways of Blue, Bold Gold, Glory Red, Core Black, Aluminum Preloved Green, and Aluminum Cloud. Building on the success of last year's release, which also included six color options, the new Humanrace Samba returns with a versatile "Aluminum" base. The upper is crafted from premium leather with a smooth finish, while the toe cap is made from traditional suede. Each variation features its namesake hue on the Three Stripes, heel tab, and lining. The new adidas Originals Humanrace Samba "Colors Pack" is set to release on May 15 via adidas and select retailers. While prices have not been confirmed, fans can expect the new model to retail at a similar price point as its predecessors.

After much anticipation, London, UK-based designer Jevan Megbenu has finally debuted his brand JEVGLOBAL . In the debut "Colour Schemes" collection from the burgeoning designer for the Spring 2024 season, we see upcycled 1 of 1 LEGO slides and balaclavas, denim duffle bags, and customized Ghana and Nigeria adidas Samba sneakers. The JEVGLOBAL "Colour Schemes" collection releases today at 5pm BPT exclusively via JEVGLOBAL's online store , with prices ranging from £35 GBP to £150 GBP (approximately $43 USD to $188 USD).