Naomi Watts will convince you that adidas Sambas are the trending buy that doesn't date - especially when styled like this
There’s no going wrong with denim and white trainers
Every few years, a new trainer silhouette hits the market and almost instantly becomes a cult favourite. One of the most notable examples is the adidas Samba, which celebrities and office-goers alike have been wearing on repeat - and they’re still not going anywhere, according to Naomi Watts.
Seen at the 74th San Sebastian International Film Festival in a pair of white Sambas, she paired them with kick flare jeans and a leather jacket, demonstrating exactly what makes these trainers so covetable. The low-profile silhouette, combined with the signature adidas stripes, offers a sporty and relaxed feel that doesn’t feel out of place with denim. And the discreet silhouette helps them pair with everything from jeans to dresses.
Nothing beats a pair of the best white trainers in terms of versatility, and a smooth leather texture creates an even more refined feel. By pairing them with jeans and a leather jacket, Naomi has created a smart casual look that feels intentional yet laid-back thanks to the complementary neutral hues. Not to mention, Sambas are some of the most comfortable trainers too.
Steal Naomi’s style with these white and black Sambas that will go with any autumn outfit - and see you through winter too.
The perfect cropped flare, these affordable Mango jeans have the ideal silhouette for dressing up with a blazer or down with a white tee.
This rich coffee shade gives Sambas an even more versatile edge, whilst also tapping into the autumn/winter fashion colour trends 2026. A practical leather finish will withstand some drizzle, too.
You can’t go wrong with M&S jeans, and these have a similar feel to Naomi’s with a subtle flare, ankle-grazing hemline and light blue wash.
If you fancy a suede iteration, these beige Sambas are neutral but bright - perfect for year-round wear. Just don’t forget your suede protector.
If you fancy a slightly darker wash this season, these Arket jeans have the same flared cut with a deeper hue for autumn/winter.
The beauty of jeans is that they can be dressed up or down with the right footwear, but there’s something about the light-wash denim and Sambas that will never go out of style. Essential components of any capsule wardrobe, they’re easy to make look polished.
For weekend coffee dates or casual shopping trips, Naomi’s outfit combination works perfectly. If your office is smart-casual, it can even take you to your 9-5. But to make your Sambas feel more elevated, some black suit trousers or dark wash denim will do the trick beautifully.
Although there’s pretty much no trainer colour that won’t look good with blue denim, there’s something about the white with black stripes that serves as the ideal transitional-weather footwear. If you’re stuck for autumn outfit ideas, allow this to be your sign to copy Naomi’s look and add your favourite seasonal jacket on top.
