Side Kicks Streetwear • Global Release Guide
Updated: 26 May 2026
About the release
The adidas Samba has had quite a run. Mary Janes, brogues, snakeskin boots, and now a mule. The Samba OG Mule takes the silhouette in a genuinely new direction by stripping out the heel counter entirely. What you're left with is a slip-on, summer-ready version of one of the most recognisable shoes of the past few years. Style code KH7719, available in a Cream White and Gold Metallic finish.
The upper is built from open-weave leather for proper breathability, with suede overlays keeping the construction grounded in the Samba's heritage. The 'Samba' branding on the quarter has been updated to a script-style font, and the Three-Stripes are picked out in serrated leather on the sides. It's the Samba reworked for warm weather, and it's one of the more interesting takes on the silhouette in recent memory.
UK release is Thursday 11 June 2026 for £90 via adidas and select retailers.
TL;DR – adidas Samba OG Mule 'Cream White Gold' KH7719 Release Date, Price & Where to Buy
- UK release date: Thursday 11 June 2026
- Model: adidas Samba OG Mule
- Colourway: Cream White / Cream White / Gold Metallic
- Style code: KH7719
- UK retail price: £90
- Sizing: Adult sizing available
- Where to buy: adidas and select retailers
- Key details: Backless mule construction, open-weave leather upper, suede T-toe and overlays, serrated leather Three-Stripes, gold metallic accents, script 'Samba' branding on the quarter, Trefoil tongue label, rubber outsole, regular fit, lace closure
Release date and price
The adidas Samba OG Mule 'Cream White Gold' releases in the UK on Thursday 11 June 2026 for £90. It drops via adidas and select retailers.
Adult sizing is available across the run. The £90 price point puts it £10 below the standard Samba OG retail, reflecting the simpler construction of the backless silhouette.
Design and details
The Samba Mule is the most casual take on the silhouette adidas has put out in a while. Removing the heel counter changes the way the shoe sits on the foot and how it slips on, but the rest of the construction is still recognisably Samba. The T-toe, the gum-style rubber outsole, the low-slung profile — all the parts that made the original work are still doing their job.
Open-weave leather upper
The headline material change is the upper. Instead of the smooth leather or suede that dominates standard Samba builds, this version uses an open-weave leather construction. The weave delivers proper airflow for warmer weather and gives the shoe a more textured, less formal finish. It's a direct nod to adidas' older basket-weave releases, but applied here in a summer-specific context.
Suede and synthetic overlays
The T-toe is finished in cream suede, anchoring the front of the shoe to the standard Samba build. Additional synthetic overlays reinforce the structure where needed, and the synthetic lining keeps the interior comfortable without adding weight or trapping heat.
Branding and gold accents
The Three-Stripes appear on the lateral in serrated leather, picked out in a clean tonal cream that lets the weave do the visual work. The 'Samba' wordmark on the quarter has been reworked into a script-style font in gold metallic, a small but deliberate update that signals this isn't a standard Samba release. The Trefoil tongue label and laces are also cream, keeping the whole shoe in a tight tonal palette.
Backless silhouette and outsole
The backless mule construction is the defining design choice. There's no heel counter — the upper stops at the ankle line and the foot slips in from the back. A lace closure remains at the front for fit. Underfoot, the standard Samba rubber outsole stays intact, complete with its familiar tread pattern and low gum profile. You're not losing the Samba's bones, just its back.
adidas Samba OG Mule 'Cream White Gold' images
Credit: adidas
A summer-ready Samba
Mule hybrids have moved from novelty to mainstream over the past few seasons. They've become an easy way for brands to extend the relevance of a familiar silhouette into a different use case — warmer weather, more casual styling, slip-on convenience. The Samba is a good candidate for the treatment. Its low profile, clean lines and recognisable branding all translate well to a backless build, and the open-weave upper makes the summer angle properly literal rather than aesthetic.
The Samba has had a long stretch in the spotlight, peaking in 2023-2024 and staying culturally relevant ever since. Most of that has been driven by collaborations and unusual material executions rather than completely new silhouettes built on its base. The Mule is one of the more meaningful structural changes to come out of the Samba's recent run, and it lands at the right time of year to actually be wearable rather than just discussed.
Where to buy
The adidas Samba OG Mule 'Cream White Gold' releases on 11 June 2026 for £90 via adidas and select retailers. Browse the full adidas Samba collection and the latest adidas sneaker releases on Side Kicks.
FAQ
When is the adidas Samba OG Mule UK release date?
The adidas Samba OG Mule 'Cream White Gold' releases on Thursday 11 June 2026 via adidas and select retailers.
How much does the adidas Samba OG Mule cost in the UK?
UK retail price is £90 — £10 below the standard Samba OG retail.
What is the style code for the adidas Samba OG Mule?
The style code is KH7719. The full colourway is Cream White / Cream White / Gold Metallic.
What is different about the Samba OG Mule?
The Samba OG Mule is a backless, slip-on version of the standard Samba. The heel counter is removed, the upper uses open-weave leather for breathability, and the 'Samba' branding is reworked in a gold metallic script font. The T-toe, Three-Stripes and rubber outsole stay true to the original silhouette.
Is the Samba OG Mule suitable for summer?
Yes. The open-weave leather upper is designed for airflow and breathability, and the backless construction makes it easy to slip on and off. It's a deliberately summer-focused take on the Samba.
Does the Samba OG Mule still have laces?
Yes. The mule keeps the standard Samba lace closure at the front for fit. The change is at the heel — the back of the shoe is removed entirely, making it a slip-on rather than a fully closed sneaker.
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