Last updated at 09/15/2025 11:26:26
originally posted on finishline.com
I love these shoes, they can be dressed up or dressed down! I bought the Big Kids size because they were cheaper. The Big Kids size 5 fits perfectly for my size 6.5/7 foot! They are sooo comfortable & took no time to break in, they're a little stiff in the beginning (the heel & the tongue, but loosened up quickly). They do run a little more on the narrow side.
originally posted on jdsports.ca
I'm late to the fashion party, but finally bought sambas because I like the look and bloggers push these a lot. Yes, good marketing, but shoe is not comfortable. Worn once for my kids first day of school drop off (that was literally 10 min walk combined), got huge blisters on both feet and that's it. I can't wear them. LOL I'm waiting for the blisters to heal and will try again. I rarely get blisters, so it's disappointing. Especially from a sport type shoe... I NEVER get blisters. They do look good, they are true to size, not very soft to step on. Basically get them for the looks, not comfort!
originally posted on nordstrom.com
This is for the white with black stripes color. Such a classic. Goes with so much. I was going to do a color but realized that the white/black matches so much more. They have hardly any padding though. I used a comfy insole under the sole they came with and they feel great. My regular size fit with the insert. If you don't want to use an insert, you might need to go down a half size.
I love these shoes, they can be dressed up or dressed down! I bought the Big Kids size because they were cheaper. The Big Kids size 5 fits perfectly for my size 6.5/7 foot! They are sooo comfortable & took no time to break in, they're a little stiff in the beginning (the heel & the tongue, but loosened up quickly). They do run a little more on the narrow side.
I'm late to the fashion party, but finally bought sambas because I like the look and bloggers push these a lot. Yes, good marketing, but shoe is not comfortable. Worn once for my kids first day of school drop off (that was literally 10 min walk combined), got huge blisters on both feet and that's it. I can't wear them. LOL I'm waiting for the blisters to heal and will try again. I rarely get blisters, so it's disappointing. Especially from a sport type shoe... I NEVER get blisters. They do look good, they are true to size, not very soft to step on. Basically get them for the looks, not comfort!
This is for the white with black stripes color. Such a classic. Goes with so much. I was going to do a color but realized that the white/black matches so much more. They have hardly any padding though. I used a comfy insole under the sole they came with and they feel great. My regular size fit with the insert. If you don't want to use an insert, you might need to go down a half size.
Ordered a pair for each of my daughters. Fed ex box was very beat up but I ignored that opened to see the shoes. First shoe box was also beat up but shoes were good. Second box was good but shoes were already creased, laces were tied already and I could tell the shoe has already been worn more a few times but what's worse is there is HAIR in the shoe. Not one but several. I was very disappointed
I bought these Adidas Sambas in the big kid size because they were less expensive than the adult size. I typically wear a size 6 in womens. I bought a size 4 in big kids size. They are the perfect fit. Nothing different than the adult sizes. Not bulky looking or weird. I bought these for a trip that I will be doing a lot of walking and I wanted something soft and comfortable. These fit the bill. They have soft leather and I don't really need to break them in. It has enough arch support but if you need a lot of arch support these would not be for you. Overall they are just what I was looking for and worth the price.
It took me the longest time to purchase a pair of sambas. However, I now want one of every color. I went with the basic white/black pair and feel as if this pairs with everything! I’m so happy! In addition, I feel as if this is the perfect pair of shoes for a girl on the taller side. I always have worn platform and so excited to see flat shoes back in style! Love these!!
No wonder why everyone has a pair of these! They are so comfy! Sizing was a little weird to get straight away. I could have potentially sized down one size, but still pretty happy with the fit. I just love wearing these.They go with basically every outfit which is a big bonus. I will be purchasing another colour in the near future.
These are my second pair of Sambas. I feel really lucky to have snagged a pair in the black/cream color way. I purchased both the women’s size 6.5 and 6 (or men’s 5.5 and 5, UK size 4 and 3.5 respectively). I usually wear women’s size 6. Both sizes fit though the 6 was more snug. I went with the 6.5. Love how these are comfortable, affordable, and a casual classic!
I was hoping the fit in the toe box would be wider considering these shoes are labeled as “unisex.” I went up a half size to accommodate my slightly wider foot and low profile orthotics, and it helped a little, but was disappointed with the narrow almond-shaped toe. I have a pair of older Sambas that have a wider toe box, so am a little bummed that the newer models got narrower. I’m planning to use some shoe stretchers to widen the leather a bit, they should be great after that. Other than that, they’re good ole Sambas.
I was so excited to get this shoe. I ordered this a while ago and it finally came in today. I opened the box only to find the stripe was red not black. I was so disappointed. I do like red, but that wasn’t what I ordered and not what I need for now. Then when I tried them on I laced the top hole. Both holes were so sticky I couldn’t get the lace into the hole in one of the shoes. That’s why I gave it a 4 star rating. The gender sizing allows for a slightly larger width, which I need. I ordered my typical size 9 womens. The fit in length and width was perfect. But since it’s the wrong color they’re going back.
