The adidas sneakers they are a great and timeless shoe rack classic, so much so that we can dare to say that we all, in all likelihood, own at least one pair. On the other hand there are many trainers famous of the three stripes brand, from Stan Smith at Campus 00spassing through the Superstar but not only.
It's impossible not to notice, in fact, how things are lately Samba to be the most desired. Also thanks to collaborations with many designers cool as Wales Bonner And Sporty & Rich, whose creations are now hard to find on the shelves. Perhaps this is also why models with a similar silhouette, like Special And Gazellehave captured the attention of those who don't want to give up adding a touch sporty to what he wears.
It has never been considered as elegant as tennis, yet lately it is football that inspires the catwalks and wardrobes of many celebrities. Which show off the jerseys of the most famous teams, combined with sneakers and socks
So similar and yet different: the shoes of the moment have a history and characteristics unique of their kind. Yet we bet that, at a casual glance, it could be difficult to identify its specificities. That's why we created three identikits which will help you locate the perfect pair for you.
Samba, the most loved of the moment
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Those who are most attentive to trends already know, these are the most popular shoes viral of the last few months. Spotted at the feet of editor And influencers on the occasion of the recent fashion events, they are also much loved by women star who show them off often and willingly. Probably for the minimalist look and a little' vintagegiven that they were born in the 1950s as shoes for soccer.
The name, in fact, is a tribute to the game of the German team of the time, which was praised by the press for its agility which was reminiscent of the famous Caribbean dance. Then adapted so that it can also be worn indoorsthe model was equipped with a triple insole to give it greater comfort. In the 1990s and 2000s, the Samba become particularly popular in the skateboardworn by professionals such as Lucas Puig And Mark Gonzalez.
Distinctive signs: tapered shape and slightly rounded toe, with shiny leather upper (never suede), suede finished toe and thin rubber sole.
Gazelle, star of the Eighties and Nineties
Undisputed icons among the models Adidas sneakersthe Gazelle They were first introduced on the market in 1966 East Germany. At the time they were called Olympiad: in 1977 they were available in two color variants, redwith transparent herringbone sole, designed specifically for sports indoors And bluewith microcellular rubber sole particularly suitable for training. In the 80s their design was modified and relaunched, a higher sole was introduced and the shoes, sported by hip-hop stars, took on the look they have now. But we have to wait Nineties to see them at the feet of stars like the Gallagher brothers of the Oasis And Kate Moss. Among the most recent collaborations, the one with Gucci who dyed them in new shades, from bright pink to yellow, also covering them with the unmistakable monogram fabric.
Distinctive signs: wedge shape, which opens at the base and narrows towards the tip, hexagon sole and upper in suede or smooth leather, depending on the version or shade.
Spezial, the next hit fashion
Born in 1977, they were initially elegant velvet. Created specifically for gamers handballthey boasted technical details decidedly cutting-edge that allowed us to guarantee high-level performance, from the internal padding to guarantee comfort to the rigid heel counter for greater stability. The version debuted in the 1980s Hi-Toplighter and more suitable for fields indoors but that's only ten years later, under the guidance of the creative Gary Aspden, that the shoes become the symbol of British football fans as well as the protagonists of cult collaborations. The latest highly anticipated model, Handball Special LT, created in collaboration with lo store English Size? is embellished with a tab oversized which is very reminiscent of the recent design created by Wales Bonner for them Samba. The date of release it hasn't been shared yet, but the news has already sent people into fibrillation sneaker headfashion enthusiasts and collectors.
Distinctive signs: Suede upper, T-toe, serrated 3-Stripes with natural rubber sole to guarantee comfort and grip.
Source: Vanity Fair
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