{"id":249199,"date":"2024-04-29T14:26:59","date_gmt":"2024-04-29T06:26:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/snkrdunk.com\/en\/magazine\/?p=249199"},"modified":"2024-05-03T11:10:41","modified_gmt":"2024-05-03T03:10:41","slug":"first-look-dingyun-zhang-x-adidas-samba-core-black","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/snkrdunk.com\/en\/magazine\/2024\/04\/29\/first-look-dingyun-zhang-x-adidas-samba-core-black\/","title":{"rendered":"First Look: Dingyun Zhang x adidas Samba \u201cCore Black\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><strong>[Update 3 May 2024] The Dingyun Zhang x adidas Samba \u201cCore Black\u201d comes with a retail price tag of US$250. The pair is dropping on 10 May 2024 via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adidas.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">adidas<\/a> and select retailers. In the meantime, enjoy the slew of new images of the shoe in the gallery above.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"45\" src=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/20104413\/Untitled-9-e1658285982845.webp\" alt=\"LINE\" class=\"wp-image-21980\" srcset=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/20104413\/Untitled-9-e1658285982845.webp 1200w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/20104413\/Untitled-9-e1658285982845-300x11.webp 300w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/20104413\/Untitled-9-e1658285982845-1024x38.webp 1024w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/20104413\/Untitled-9-e1658285982845-768x29.webp 768w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/20104413\/Untitled-9-e1658285982845-282x11.webp 282w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Monglian\u2013Chinese designer Dingyun Zhang, a rising star in footwear design, has left his mark on some of YEEZY&#8217;s most groundbreaking creations. His work on iconic silhouettes like the Foam RNNR and NSLTD BT honed his innovative design approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, after successful collaborations with Marni and Moncler, known for their captivating and otherworldly aesthetics, Zhang takes on a new challenge: reimagining the timeless adidas Originals Samba.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The titular Dingyun Zhang x adidas Samba features a luxurious Core Black upper, crafted from a blend of premium suede and patent leather. The design subtly reinterprets the Samba&#8217;s architecture, where a suede panel extends across the T-shaped toe overlay, complemented by suede at the vamp and eyestays. The base layer utilizes patent leather, highlighting the structured stitching and iconic Three Stripes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The collaboration&#8217;s unique touch is evident in the co-branded tongue tag and the subtly puffed collar, a nod to the work of Zhang&#8217;s eponymous label. This signature detail adds a touch of personality without detracting from the shoe&#8217;s clean lines. The blacked-out theme extends to the rubber midsole and outsole, creating a cohesive and polished look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Dingyun Zhang x adidas Originals Samba drops on 10 May via adidas and select retailers. Stay tuned for pricing details as the release date approaches!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the meantime, check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.com\/en\/magazine\/2024\/04\/29\/424-x-adidas-apparel-samba-release-date-price\/?slide=right\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">424 x adidas Collection<\/a>. Alternatively, you can also head to the SNKRDUNK App via the banner below and browse the latest and greatest in sneakers, streetwear, and TCG.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/snkrdunkappen.page.link\/5aH1_AppHomepage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/15110324\/Generic-Banner-V1.webp\" alt=\"SNKRDUNK App Banner\" class=\"wp-image-151763\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[Update 3 May 2024] The Dingyun Zhang x adidas Samba \u201cCore Black\u201d comes with a retail price tag of US$250. The pair is dropping on 10 May 2024 via adidas and select retailers. In the meantime, enjoy the slew of new images of the shoe in the gallery above. 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