Samba Decon – Aurora Ruby/Aurora Ruby-Grey Strata

In an unexpected but ultimately genius move adidas update the Samba with a functional difference. This version features a deconstructed finish which sees the lining removed along with stiffeners around the heel. What results is a version with collapsible heel, allowing them to be worn as a slip-on – if you so desire.

Anyone familiar with the Samba’s football heritage can appreciate how valuable this can be for chucking them on after un-lacing your boots. For us though, it creates a version of the Samba for people too lazy to tie their shoe laces. The reduced padding also slims the silhouette down to a sock-like fit, which paired with the softer-than-original leathers make for a different feel on-foot.

Visually the shoes remain almost unchanged from the OG, with the addition of a lace shroud fastened with a zip.

• Textile upper
• Leather lace shroud
• Collapsible heel
• Gum rubber outsole
• SKU: JR1134