The Superstar II returns in the classic black-and-white blocking that made the silhouette a fixture far beyond the basketball court it started on in 1969. This pair keeps the look stripped back — smooth black leather through the upper, white serrated 3-Stripes, and the shell toe in matching black rubber. The slightly padded tongue and collar give the Superstar II a fuller early-2000s shape than the slimmer recent Superstars.

A leather upper gives the shoe its structured feel out of the box, while the rubber cupsole keeps the ride solid and durable for everyday wear. The hard rubber shell toe — originally added for on-court protection — still defines the silhouette visually. Inside, a textile lining softens the break-in period, and the padded tongue adds more comfort than the flatter vintage versions.

If you're deciding between the Superstar and the Samba, the difference is immediate on foot. The Superstar has the chunkier sole and shell toe, while the Samba sits lower and narrower with a thinner gum sole. The Superstar is the more straightforward true-to-size fit of the two.

The black leather upper works especially well with straight-leg denim, nylon track pants, or faded black cargos. The white shell toe keeps the pair from disappearing into an all-dark outfit.

THE DETAILS

·Style: Adidas Originals Superstar II

·Colorway: Core Black / Cloud White / Core Black

·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 — go with your normal size.

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 2 black white, black shell toe Superstars, Adidas Superstar Core Black.