Adidas Samba OG 'Core Black/Cloud White-Gum' JQ5977

Adidas Samba OG — Style No. JQ5977

The Adidas Samba OG 'Core Black/Cloud White-Gum' is the shoe that never left and never will. Originally designed in 1950 as an indoor football trainer, the Samba has spent the last seven decades becoming one of the most culturally significant silhouettes in sneaker history. This colorway — Core Black leather with Cloud White T-toe and Gum outsole — is the Samba at its most essential.

The Samba Story

• Introduced in 1950 as Adidas's first dedicated indoor football shoe
• Adopted by football terraces, skate culture, and streetwear across five decades
• The T-toe overlay, suede heel patch, and gum outsole are original design details unchanged since the 1970s reissue
• Style No.: JQ5977

Colorway & Design

• Core Black smooth leather upper with Cloud White T-toe suede overlay
• Gold Adidas Trefoil branding on the tongue and lateral side
• Gum rubber outsole — the Samba's most iconic design element
• Low-profile silhouette with a slim, court-ready shape

Construction & Comfort

• Full-grain leather upper for durability, structure, and a premium hand feel
• Suede T-toe overlay for reinforced wear resistance at the toe
• EVA midsole for lightweight, all-day cushioning
• Gum rubber outsole with pivot point for indoor traction and grip
• Lightly padded collar for a comfortable, secure fit

Sizing

• Available in Men's US sizes 7–12 (including half sizes)
• Fits true to size — half-size up recommended for wide feet

Wear It With

The Samba OG in Black/White/Gum is the most versatile shoe in the lineup. It works with everything — wide-leg trousers, straight denim, track pants, or tailored fits. The slim profile keeps it from reading as a dad shoe; the Gum sole keeps it from reading as anything other than a Samba. Wear it with confidence and minimal effort.