The Samba just doesn’t want to quit. While you’d think that a sneaker that’s been hyped for years would finally start to cool down, drops like the brand new adidas Samba OG Green Snakeskin keep pulling us right back in. One of the latest colorways to hit the legendary soccer shoe, it might also be one of the greatest.
It’s no secret that exotic animal patterns have been taking over the sneaker world as of late. We’re talking cow spots. We’re talking cheetah print. We’re even talking fish scales. But nothing is as timeless or as versatile as classic snakeskin. And while the Samba has been blessed with thousands of makeovers over the past eight decades, this latest version feels like one of the boldest yet, striking the perfect balance between fashion-forward and heritage-inspired.
Adam Cheung is a writer and editor who specialises in sneakers and streetwear. Over the past few years, he's curated features and guides for everyone from Burberry to Nike. Often travelling between the UK and Hong Kong, don't be too surprised if you find Adam anywhere else around the world taking street photography or feasting on the local delicacies.
