So, your Sambas are cooked, what's next?

You need a pair that are comfortable, cool and reliable. For a lot of people, that would have been the adidas Samba, the hottest shoe back in 2023/24, a pair that has no doubt accrued some serious miles. But now your adidas Samba has served you well, they’re hanging on by a thread and you’re in need of a new pair. Don’t worry, we got you.

Here is a list of 10 shoes that like your trusty Sambas are comfortable, cool, and meet that £100 budget.

If we’re thinking of a shoe that matches the timeless energy of the Samba, that simply has to be the adidas Superstar. Bringing similar levels of comfort and an even bigger ‘cool’ factor, if you want to keep it Three-Stripes then this would be our first choice.

Sticking to the timeless theme, this model from Vans is a shoe with just as much street credit. Like a trusty friend, the Old Skool has become a shoe that people return to time and time again. Built for skateboarding, this one will last just as long as your trusty Sambas.

When it comes to quality, New Balance keeps maintains a high standard. The 574 has become a go-to for many, and with good reason, its simple panelling and timeless quality make these an easy pair to lace up at the start of your day. Revered by fashionable people from London to Japan, you'll realise why as soon as you get these on feet.

The Y2K mesh runner is still on trend, with the New Balance’s 740 being its latest and greatest version of that. There are a bunch of great colourways too, so if you value a pair that’s lightweight and breathable, the 740 is a solid choice.

Speaking of mesh runners, the Three-Stripes recently retro-ed this Control 5 from its Adistar vault. This shoe has become the go-to for those after an adidas with that early 2000s feel, with tasteful black, white and cream editions letting you go whichever lane you please. There is a lot of great styling examples out there as well, so you won’t have an issue putting together an outfit for the Adistar Control 5.

Similar to the adidas Samba, the SL 72 has become hugely popular. This shoe may have started out as a podium finisher, but now it's endorsed by celebrities such Bella Hadid and collaborations from Mercedes Benz, giving this '70s a runner a completely different meaning in 2020s. This pair has got the range and a huge library of colourways, so picking out the perfect one is easier than ever.

If you've been waiting for the right moment to cop some Jordans but aren't sure where to start, the new Flight Court could just be that starting point. Sure, it's not a part of the original numbered Jordan series, the Flight Court embodies all the best traits of the Air Jordan 3 and Air Jordan 4 without the steep price tag.

Sticking to the low-profile category, the hottest new shoe repping that look today is the New Balance 204L. Built with a little more cushioning than the Samba, this model fits neatly within the old retro runner space while still hits that contem. From tasteful browns to new sporty white editions, the 204L can appear as old school or new school as you decide.

The number one shoe representing the Y2K mesh runner has to be the P-6000. Worn by a lot of the Samba wearing crowd, you will have likely seen these in shop windows and on passers-by. A simple Nike Swoosh on the side, cool techy panelling, there’s a good reason why so many people love this shoe. That’s not even talking about the P-6000s comfort either. A natural next-step from the adidas Samba journey, this is the obvious choice.

Of course, we had to get at least one ASICS in here. While a lot of the brand’s offerings are way over the £100 mark, the Gel-1130 actually manages to come under budget. Really fancy trying the mesh runner look but want a more obscure option? Then this Gel-1130 is the shoe for you.