Forget the soggy pies and grey skies we’re experiencing in all of the UK at the moment. adidas just took us to the Italian lakeside, and frankly, I’m not sure I want to come back.

The Como 1907 x adidas Handball Spezial Premium just dropped, and it carries the kind of effortless grace that makes you want to buy a Vespa and start drinking espresso like it’s water. While the UK usually dominates the terrace conversation, Italy is currently staging a hostile takeover of the "football fashion" crown.

This isn't just another blue shoe. The upper uses a sky blue suede so soft it practically mirrors the surface of Lake Como itself. It’s a brave choice for a stadium shoe, but Como 1907 isn’t your average club. Based at the Giuseppe Sinigaglia stadium; literally a stone’s throw from the water; this team understands that geography is destiny.

The Details: White leather stripes feature the grey inscription “In Italia, In Europa, Nel Mondo”.

The Flex: The club crest sits on the heel, but the real magic is the golden cursive underneath: “Semm Cumasch”.

The Translation: That’s “We Are Como” in the local dialect.

Why is Italian football suddenly the heartbeat of sneaker culture? Look at the evidence. There's Inter Milan flirting with ACG and Venezia basically becoming a fashion house that happens to play football (shoutout to that NOCTA link up). Como 1907 is now proving that even a Handball Spezial can look like a luxury import.

adidas and the Italian league share a lineage that stretches back decades. This isn’t a new romance; it’s a rekindled flame. The brand is clearly funneling energy into Italy because the "Bloke Core" era has evolved. People don’t just want to look like they go to the match; they want to look like they own the villa overlooking the match.

If you’re looking to add this slice of Italian luxury to your rotation, you’ll need to act fast. This isn’t a general release that’s going to sit on every high street shelf.

Release Date: The pair officially launched this week, 10th February.

Where to Cop: These are available exclusively through the Como 1907 official club store.

The Damage: Retail is set at €200 (roughly £175).

Because this is a "Premium" edition, production numbers are significantly lower than your standard Spezial. If you miss the initial drop on the club's webstore, keep a very close eye on our marketplace for any good deals on this one.