adidas Originals for women: Samba, SL 72 and Spezial
The adidas Originals women's page brings together retro sneakers with three stripes: the Samba OG, born on the football pitch, the SL 72 inspired by running, the Handball Spezial and the Spezial in suede, and the Ozrah with a more contemporary silhouette. Archive models that have become street classics.
adidas Originals, the heritage line
Within the German brand, adidas Originals includes archive models and their reissues. Its emblem, the trefoil, signifies these sneakers that have left the sports fields for the streets, ranging from football to handball and running.
The Samba OG
The Samba was originally a football training shoe designed for hard pitches. With a leather upper, suede panels at the front, and a rubber sole, its low and slim silhouette has made it one of the most popular sneakers in the city.
It goes well with straight jeans, a midi skirt, or tailored trousers.
The SL 72
The SL 72 is based on a running shoe from past decades: lightweight, with a nylon and suede upper and a slim sole. Its elongated profile and bright colours give it a vintage look.
The Handball Spezial and the Spezial
The Handball Spezial comes from indoor handball, hence its grippy rubber sole. Made of suede and featuring contrasting three stripes, it has become a cult piece of casual style. The Spezial captures its spirit.
The Ozrah
The Ozrah adopts a more contemporary silhouette, with a thicker sole and bold volumes, for those who prefer a more modern style.
Which model to choose?
- Samba OG: sleek and versatile, from the office to the weekend.
- SL 72: lightweight and colourful for a retro look.
- Handball Spezial: made of suede for a casual style.
- Ozrah: for a more current silhouette.
How to wear them?
The low and slim sneakers from adidas Originals go well with all outfits: rolled-up jeans and a trench coat, a pleated skirt and a sweater, wide trousers and a shirt. Their discreet profile doesn't weigh down the silhouette.
Choosing your size
Retro models like the Samba tend to fit close to the foot. If you're unsure between two sizes, or if you have wide feet, go for the half size up.
Caring for your sneakers
Brush the suede dry and protect it with a waterproofing spray. Clean the leather with a damp cloth. Clean the rubber sole with a brush and soapy water.
See also
For more retro sneakers, check the pages for Asics, Karhu, and Puma, along with all the brands in the women's shoes by brand.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Samba run small?
It tends to fit snugly: consider taking the half size up if you're unsure.
What is adidas Originals?
The heritage line of adidas, which reissues its archive models under the trefoil logo.
Samba or Handball Spezial?
The leather Samba is slimmer, while the Handball Spezial in suede is more casual.
How to clean a Samba?
Wipe the leather with a damp cloth, brush the suede, and clean the sole with soapy water.
