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The Ultraboost represents a major notch not just on adidas brand history, but sneaker culture as a whole. Debuting in 2015, the adidas Ultraboost set the footwear world on fire for its insane levels of comfort and design that flew very close to perfection. The shoe that launched an entire category for the German brand, the Ultraboost holds some high esteem around these parts, and very recently the brand dropped the OG colorway to celebrate its 10th Anniversary. Get ‘em before they’re gone.

The $500 adidas Evo Pro 1 really caught the attention of the running world for its super-sleek and minimal design. If you’re like us and have a hard time justifying half a rack for a pair of running shoes, adidas did the smart thing and dropped the Evo SL, a lower-priced yet ample variation that’ll do the job, and then some. Our eyes instantly gravitate towards the newest Lucid Lemon pair, but there are several other styles available right now. Get laced and hit your run club and swap some digits.

The adidas Samba really influenced other brands to lean in more into football heritage. When it comes to fashion, you can never go wrong with the originator, which is why the Samba LT with its fold-down tongue flap is as authentically style-driven as one can get. This recently dropped glossy black version even features the stitching at the toe for that on-field look, but these are for the catwalk (or wherever else you strut your outfit). See more options just below.

Don’t look now, but the Handball Spezial has joined the highest tier of adidas Originals’ elite line-up of lifestyle shoes. The brand has an absolute chokehold on the low-profile sporting aesthetic, and the Handball Spezial deserves several pats on the back for contributing to that movement. Whether it be collaborations with the likes of Sporty & Rich or devastatingly attractive colorway executions, the Handball Spezial has to be a fixture in your rotation.

Few sneakers have a deep rooted history like the SL72. Originally designed for track athletes to shave seconds off their time on the track, the 70’s era runner now helps you get your outfit ready faster because it’s one of those sneakers that goes with any outfit. Classic three stripes appeal, sawtoothed edges, and an EVA midsole spells out comfort and class with ease.