Adidas Originals Men's Red/White Superstar 2 Sneakers, KH9038

Description

The Superstar 2 arrives in a Better Scarlet and black colorway that pushes the shell-toe classic away from its usual white-leather look. This pair keeps the leather upper and padded tongue that define the current Superstar 2 shape. Introduced in 1969 as a low-top basketball shoe, the Superstar's rubber shell toe started as a court feature before becoming the detail most people recognize.

The leather upper is paired with leather Three Stripes, a textile lining, and a rubber cupsole underfoot. The hard shell toe remains the focal point, while the padded tongue and collar give the Superstar 2 a fuller profile than slimmer terrace models. Standard laces keep the fit simple, and the cupsole adds the durable feel that has long defined the silhouette.

If you've worn Sambas, the difference is immediate. The Superstar has the hard shell toe and a chunkier rubber cupsole, while the Samba uses a softer T-toe and thinner gum sole. The Superstar also fits more predictably, making it the easier choice for someone who wants a straightforward everyday leather sneaker.

The scarlet upper works naturally with black denim, grey sweats, or loose khaki pants. The contrast between the black stripes and red leather gives this pair a different character from the standard white Superstar.

THE DETAILS

• Style: Adidas Originals Superstar 2
• Colorway: Core Black / Better Scarlet / Core Black
• Upper: Leather
• Branding: Leather 3-Stripes, Trefoil branding
• Sole: Rubber cupsole with rubber shell toe
• Lining: Textile
• Closure: Lace-up

FIT & SIZING

Listed in US Men's sizing. The Superstar fits true to size — go with your normal size. It has one of the most straightforward fits in the Adidas terrace family, with enough room for everyday wear without the narrow feel of a Samba.

CONDITION

Brand new, deadstock. Ships in original Adidas box with all original packaging.

SHIPPING & VALUE

Ships same or next business day from our Portland, Oregon warehouse. Every pair is authenticated before it leaves our floor.

Also Known As

Red Superstar II, Better Scarlet Superstar 2, Red Shell Toe Superstars.