Lately, it seems like you can’t go too far without seeing someone in a pair of Adidas Samba OG sneakers — the brand’s decades-old indoor soccer shoes that have seen a huge resurgence in recent years.
Seemingly the perfect sneaker to pair with everything from your favorite baggy jeans to crisp chinos to scissor-cut shorts and scrunch socks, the Samba OG’s checks the boxes when it comes to style, personality, aesthetic, and versatility. But with the gum-soled OG going for about $100 a pair at most retailers, you’re paying a pretty penny for a fairly simple shoe.
What if I told you could get the same look AND save some cash without throwing off your fits?
Meet the Adidas VL Court 3.0. Consider it the Samba OG’s cost-effective cousin.
Ideal for skateboarding, and featuring a slightly thicker vulcanized rubber outsole, a modified T-toe design, and a bolder set of the brand’s iconic three stripes, the VL Court 3.0 offers a similar fit and the same casual vibe for about $25 less. While the Samba OG with features synthetic leather lining, the VL Court 3.0 features textile lining AND a cushioned midsole — making this comfortable, more affordable streetwear sneaker even more of a steal.
Despite the fact that it doesn’t come in as large a variety of sizes or colorways as the Samba OG, the VL Court 3.0 still offers enough solid color combinations (with leather and suede uppers) to compliment nearly any wardrobe at a more affordable price point.
Simply put, this Samba swap is a sure bet.
Get yours from Adidas now.