Adidas Originals Men's White/Black Superstar II Sneakers, IH8659

The Superstar II returns in its classic Cloud White and Core Black makeup — smooth white leather with black serrated 3-Stripes and the shell toe that made the silhouette instantly recognizable. Originally introduced in 1969 as a low-top basketball shoe, the Superstar helped Adidas establish itself in North American basketball before it crossed into everyday wear.

This pair keeps the familiar formula intact: a leather upper, padded tongue, textile lining, and durable rubber cupsole underfoot. The rubber shell toe still gives the front of the shoe its distinct shape while adding the same protective detail the model was originally built around on the court. Compared to slimmer terrace shoes, the Superstar has more structure and weight on foot — the padded tongue and thicker sole give it a sturdier feel than most low-profile Adidas models.

If you're deciding between this and a Samba, the difference is immediate on foot. The Superstar has a chunkier rubber cupsole and hard shell toe, while the Samba stays lower and narrower with a softer gum sole. The Superstar also fits more straightforwardly true to size.

The white-and-black color blocking works naturally with straight-leg denim, grey sweats, or darker workwear pants. It wears like the kind of sneaker that gets better once the leather softens and picks up some use.

THE DETAILS

• Style: Adidas Originals Superstar II
• Colorway: Cloud White / Core Black / Cloud White
• Upper: Leather
• Branding: Serrated 3-Stripes, rubber shell toe
• Sole: Rubber cupsole outsole
• Lining: Textile lining
• Closure: Lace-up

FIT & SIZING
Listed in US Men's sizing. The Superstar fits true to size — most customers should go with their normal size. The fit is more straightforward and forgiving than narrower terrace models like the 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
Also searched as: Adidas Superstar white black, Adidas shell toe white black, Superstar II white leather.