This Samba’s Twinkle Toes Steal the Show
The sneaker that’s dominated the spotlight just got the shine it deserves.
adidas has dropped a Samba OG sneaker with a muted sparkle, a pair that twinkles quietly but loud enough to be seen from the cheap seats.
The effect comes from a glossy synthetic upper that catches light without veering into costume.
Think shimmer over sequins and glow over glare, a sneaker made for nights out, encore moments, or just slipping into the limelight without effort.
Elsewhere, the Samba OG “Twinkle” stays faithful to the shoe's signature look with a gum sole, T-toe overlays, and a slim silhouette.
The original design hasn’t changed much since its football debut in the 1950s, and it doesn’t need to.
Because the Samba has been everywhere — from walking runways, to dominating TikTok feeds, to topping fashion industry reports — it’s the sneaker equivalent of a headliner, showing up in every scene and somehow never overstaying its welcome.
Whether it be Wales Bonner sequins, cardboard suede that looks luxe, or Mary Jane hybrids, the Samba always finds a way to keep the crowd entertained.
After years of stealing scenes, it’s only fitting for the Samba to finally get a little stage lighting of its own. Though it's hardly the first shoe of its genre to get the sparkly makeover, the "Twinkle" Samba is arguably the most wearable of its kind.
And even better! The twinkly shoe can be yours for $110 from adidas’ website.
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