Adidas Originals
Metallic Scales Samba Og Sneakers Women
The adidas Originals Metallic Scales Samba OG sneakers for women are low-top casual sneakers featuring a genuine leather upper with a metallic scaled texture, a faux-leather and mesh lining, and a padded collar. Designed with a T-toe reinforcement for support and abrasion resistance, a removable molded foam footbed, and a non-skid gum rubber outsole, they are suited for everyday wear. Model number: IH9016.
- Color
- Metallic Scales
- Material
- Genuine leather upper, faux-leather and mesh lining
- Gender
- female
- Style
- casual, classic, retro
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Size
Specifications
Classic adidas Samba sneakers with a metallic scales finish, genuine leather upper, and gum rubber sole.
T-toe reinforcement, padded collar, removable footbed, non-skid outsole
- Color
- Metallic Scales
- Material
- Genuine leather upper, faux-leather and mesh lining
- Style
- casual, classic, retro
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Additional Attributes
- Genuine leather upper
- Faux-leather and mesh lining
- T-toe reinforcement for better support and abrasion resistance
- Comfortable padded collar
- Metallized logo on the tongue
- Removable moulded foam footbed
- Non-skid gum rubber outer sole
- Metallic scales design
Product Insights
This women’s Fall/Winter 2025 capsule reissue of the Adidas Samba OG wraps the 1950s low-profile, T-toe silhouette in a metallic scale finish, turning a heritage terrace shoe into a seasonal statement piece rather than a core colorway. Model IH9016, distinct from the cracked-silver JR0035, is priced as a discontinued Simons clearance at CAD 59.95 but already sold out across its size range (women’s 5–10, with half sizes only at 6.5–9.5). It honors the seven-decade Samba lineage, yet it’s a functional compromise: the gum outsole grips dry polished floors but slips when wet and wears faster on rough concrete; the flat, low-stack build (11.7 mm forefoot, 20.3 mm heel) delivers close-to-ground feel but near-zero arch support and a measured 47 SA shock absorption rating among the lowest recorded, so high arches and long walks strain, while flat feet get the ground feel. The stiff genuine-leather upper needs several days of break-in with thick socks, the narrow toe box may require a half-size up for wider feet, and the coated scale finish needs gentle damp-cloth cleaning with protectants tested on a hidden spot. Breathability edges out leather-lined Sambas but stays far from athletic-shoe airflow. The result is a fashion-forward, legacy-charged Samba that sacrifices cushioning and wet-weather traction for a striking seasonal look—best for style-driven wear rather than all-day comfort.
Verified claims
- OG details
- Low profile and T-toe trace to the original 1950 trainer and its 1972 redesign.
- Gum sole
- Gum rubber outsole grips dry indoor courts but is slippery on wet floors and wears faster on rough concrete.
- Cultural lineage
- Seven-decade Samba lineage spans terrace culture, skaters and the 2023 fashion moment.
- Model identity
- Model IH9016 is the women's FW25 scale edition, distinct from cracked-silver JR0035.
- Everyday styling
- For casual denim-and-tee or streetwear, the silver metallic upper is the outfit's focal point while the gum rubber outsole, padded collar, and removable footbed keep the everyday Samba build.
- Statement styling
- Silver scale finish makes the low-key Samba a women's seasonal statement colorway, not a permanent core style.
- Care
- Metallic upper is a coated scale finish: clean with damp cloth and mild soap; test protectants on a hidden spot.
- Traction
- This Samba OG has a non-skid gum rubber outsole that grips dry polished floors without leaving marks, but slips when wet.
- Shock absorption
- Samba OG shock absorption measured 47 SA, among the lowest RunRepeat recorded.
- Fit
- Fits true to size, but its narrow toe box may require half-size up for wider feet.
- Arch support
- Buyers report essentially no arch support: flat feet get the ground feel, high arches get discomfort on long standing or walking.
- Break-in
- Break in its stiff genuine-leather upper at home in thick athletic socks over several days.
- Breathability
- Mesh-and-faux-leather lining breathes a bit better than leather-lined Sambas, but not up to athletic-shoe airflow.
- Comfort
- Flat sole gives near-zero arch support and 47 SA shock absorption; high arches strain on long walks
- Stack height
- Stack heights of 11.7 mm forefoot and 20.3 mm heel keep the foot close to the ground.
- Seasonal release
- The scale upper is part of an Adidas Fall/Winter 2025 women's snakeskin Samba capsule, not a core colorway.
- Clearance price
- Simons' clearance price is CAD 59.95, below the capsule's roughly $100 launch.
- Stock status
- All 10 size variants at Simons, women's 5 through 10, are out of stock.
- Size options
- Run covers women's sizes 5–10, with half sizes only at 6.5, 7.5, 8.5 and 9.5.
- Release & value
- A Fall/Winter 2025 women's capsule colorway that Simons lists as discontinued at CAD 59.95, with every size sold out.
- Model identification
- Listing model IH9016 is a separate release from the JR0035 silver metallic Samba.
- Upper material
- The upper is genuine leather, and the lining is faux-leather and mesh.
- Finish durability
- The metallic finish can scratch or show wear over time, especially on the toe area, but with proper care it should hold up for regular use.
- Orthotic compatibility
- The removable moulded foam footbed can be taken out to accommodate custom orthotics.
Product record
- Title
- Metallic Scales Samba Og Sneakers Women
- Brand
- Adidas Originals
- Price
- 59.95 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Right-facing side profile of a low-top sneaker with a metallic, scale-textured upper, three white stripes on the lateral side, white padded collar and laces, and a gum-colored rubber sole.
- View and orientationLateral side profile of a right-foot sneaker shown in full, toe to heel visible and pointing to the right.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.35 · w 0.90 · h 0.45 (high) - Upper material and textureReflective metallic upper with an overlapping scale texture covering the vamp, quarter and heel areas.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.38 · w 0.72 · h 0.34 (high) - Three lateral stripesThree stitched white stripes on the shoe's lateral side, evenly spaced and vertically oriented relative to the sole.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.44 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Lacing and tongueFlat white laces threaded through white eyelets over a white tongue; tongue top visible above the laces.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.30 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (high) - Collar and heel paddingPadded white collar and heel counter with horizontal stitch lines at the rear collar.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.34 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high) - Sole constructionGum-colored rubber sole with a textured sidewall and a narrow midsole profile continuing front to back.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.65 · w 0.88 · h 0.14 (high) - Toe shapeRounded toe with the metallic scale texture continuing over the toe box and slightly reflective highlights.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.46 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Shoe photographed on a neutral light-gray background with soft shadow beneath; centered composition and studio lighting produce clear reflections on the metallic upper.
- Background and stagingEven light-gray backdrop filling the frame, no props or packaging visible.
- Shadow and lightingSoft drop shadow directly beneath the shoe and faint reflection highlights on the metallic upper indicating studio lighting from above.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.72 · w 0.84 · h 0.10 (high) - Image crop and compositionShoe is horizontally centered with generous vertical padding above; full shoe visible with small margins at left and right edges.
Colors
metallic silver· metallic upper#C4C5CAclean white· stripes, tongue, laces and collar#C4C5CAgum tan· outsole and sidewall#AB936C- View and orientationLateral side profile of a right-foot sneaker shown in full, toe to heel visible and pointing to the right.
- 02
Product
Rear/angled view of a low-top sneaker pair showing the right shoe heel and left shoe outsole; upper has a reflective scaled metallic texture, white leather heel tab with stitched ridges, three white leather stripes on the side, and a gum rubber outsole with textured tread.
- Scaled metallic upperExterior upper on visible panels is covered in a reflective silver material with an overlapping scale pattern; scales are uniform, slightly embossed, and cover heel and side panels.
2 regions
x 0.38 · y 0.40 · w 0.48 · h 0.42 (high); x 0.03 · y 0.38 · w 0.40 · h 0.36 (high) - White heel tabPadded white leather heel tab with three horizontal stitched ridges across the back; tab wraps over the top of the heel opening.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.36 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (high) - Three side stripesThree parallel white leather stripes run along the lateral side of the shoe, visible where they overlay the metallic scaled material.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.44 · w 0.28 · h 0.30 (high) - Gum rubber outsoleTranslucent light-tan gum rubber outsole with textured sidewall and patterned tread; tread includes a wavy grid section and a circular swirl detail toward the forefoot.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.52 · w 0.58 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.42 · y 0.58 · w 0.52 · h 0.30 (high) - Sole embossing text“Embossed text 'adidas' visible on the midfoot area of the left shoe outsole.”
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.66 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (medium) - Inner lining and sock openingLight-colored fabric inner lining visible inside the heel opening; edge of the lining has a stitched seam and light wear marks on the rim.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.32 · w 0.22 · h 0.22 (high) - Heel counter vertical stitchSingle vertical stitch seam runs down the rear center of the heel panel connecting the metallic upper to the heel tab area.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.46 · w 0.06 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot with neutral light gray background, even diffuse lighting, soft shadow beneath shoes, and tight crop focusing on rear and sole details.
- Shot compositionTwo sneakers positioned overlapping at an angle so the right shoe heel faces the camera and the left shoe sole is visible in the background; image cropped to emphasize rear and outsole.
- Background and shadowSmooth light gray background with a soft shadow under the shoes indicating diffuse studio lighting.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution, evenly lit image with clear surface reflections on metallic material and fine detail visible in textures and stitching.
Colors
metallic silver· upper scales#C4C5CBwhite· heel tab and stripes#C4C5CBgum tan· outsole#CCAC7B- Scaled metallic upperExterior upper on visible panels is covered in a reflective silver material with an overlapping scale pattern; scales are uniform, slightly embossed, and cover heel and side panels.
- 03
Product
Pair of low-top sneakers shown from a top-down view; metallic scaled silver uppers, white laces and tongue, and gum-colored outsole edges visible around the perimeter.
- Overall viewTwo sneakers shown flat from directly above, left and right shoe side-by-side, toes at top of image and heels at bottom.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.03 · w 0.92 · h 0.94 (high) - Upper materialShiny metallic silver upper with a repeating scale-like embossed texture covering toe box, vamp, and quarter panels.
1 region
x 0.09 · y 0.03 · w 0.82 · h 0.56 (high) - Three stripesContrasting white leather three-stripe panels on the outer sides of each shoe, visible from the top view and overlaying the metallic upper.
2 regions
x 0.16 · y 0.28 · w 0.22 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.28 · w 0.22 · h 0.28 (high) - Lacing and tongueFlat white laces threaded through eyelets over a white tongue; tongue top features a debossed rectangular patch with the trefoil logo and the word 'adidas'.
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.24 · w 0.22 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.48 · y 0.24 · w 0.22 · h 0.26 (high) - Tongue text“adidas”
2 regions
x 0.33 · y 0.31 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (medium); x 0.51 · y 0.31 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (medium) - Insole patternLight-colored insoles printed with a repeating pattern of the word 'adidas' and the trefoil logo across the visible insole area of both shoes.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.62 · w 0.26 · h 0.33 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.62 · w 0.26 · h 0.33 (high) - Insole text (repeat)“adidas”
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.68 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.68 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high) - Outsole edgeVisible gum-colored outsole edge (light tan gum) forming a narrow rim around the base of each shoe, contrasting with the metallic upper.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.00 · w 0.88 · h 0.12 (medium); x 0.06 · y 0.86 · w 0.88 · h 0.14 (low) - PerforationsSmall perforation holes visible on the toe cap area patterning under the metallic finish on each shoe.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (medium); x 0.52 · y 0.06 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (medium)
Other
Simple product shot on a light neutral background with soft even lighting and minimal shadows; image cropped to include both shoes entirely with small margin.
- Background and lightingNeutral light gray background with even diffuse lighting producing soft shadows beneath the shoes.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionTop-down studio product shot framing both shoes centered and parallel, toes pointing upward.
- Soft shadowSoft shadow cast beneath the shoes, more noticeable along inner edges between the two shoes.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.38 · w 0.32 · h 0.50 (medium)
Colors
metallic silver· upper#C3C4C3white· laces and tongue and three-stripe panelslight gum tan· outsole edge#BCBCBC- Overall viewTwo sneakers shown flat from directly above, left and right shoe side-by-side, toes at top of image and heels at bottom.
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- Adidas Originals
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