adidas lifestyle: sneakers and clothing

Spezial, Breaknet, Streettalk: the city sneakers

The Spezial, born in handball courts, kicks things off in a Messi version. The Breaknet, Barreda, and Streettalk are everyday sneakers that are easy to wear. The Adipista goes for a retro vibe. All are designed for the city: their soles don’t have the grip or cushioning of a volleyball shoe.

Tensaur: the kids' sneaker

The Tensaur is the most prominent range on the page, especially in kids' sizes. Its Velcro or elastic lace versions are easy to put on, which is handy for school or practice. For a child, leave a little space in front of the toes for it to last.

Adilette: the post-session slide

The Adilette slides fit in the bag for after the shower, at the locker room or pool. They’re also handy in summer, on the beach during a tournament. Choose your usual shoe size, with no extra room.

Essentials and Stadium: the three-stripe apparel

The Essentials line brings together the brand's basics: sweatshirts, t-shirts, and joggers with three stripes, in simple colours. The Stadium joggers, tailored for women, add bolder colours. Complete tracksuits and coordinated sets round out the page for ready-to-wear outfits.

For the whole family, from baby to adult

This page covers men's, women's, and unisex cuts, as well as a wide range of junior and baby sizes. An adidas outfit for babies makes a popular gift in a family of volleyball players. For adults, check the fit on the product page, as some items are roomier.

Errea, Hummel, Erima, Le Coq Sportif: other lifestyle brands

To compare, the page Errea lifestyle features the Republic line from the Italian brand. The page Hummel lifestyle goes for a retro vibe. The pages Erima lifestyle and Le Coq Sportif lifestyle complete the lineup. All the brands are on the page brands lifestyle.

adidas lifestyle on sale

The special offers lifestyle group the discounted items. The brand sales let you target adidas, and the Black Friday lifestyle kicks off the promotion season.

Frequently asked questions

Can you play volleyball with adidas sneakers?

No, a city sneaker doesn't have the cushioning or lateral grip of a volleyball shoe. On a hardwood court, you risk slipping and twisting your ankle. Save it for the city and choose an indoor shoe for playing.

Do adidas sneakers run large?

That depends on the model. Compare your size with the size guide on the product page and measure in centimetres, rather than relying on a general rule.

How do you clean suede sneakers?

With a special suede brush, dry, in the direction of the nap. For a stain, a dedicated eraser works better than water. A waterproof spray protects before the first wear.

Can you wear an adidas outfit for volleyball training?

An Essentials jogger and sweatshirt are gladly worn before and after the session, at the edge of the court, when it’s cool. For playing, choose a technical jersey and shorts instead, and save the lifestyle gear for travel and evenings.

What size Adilette slides should I take?

Take your usual size. If you’re between sizes, the larger one avoids your heel hanging over. Slides are worn barefoot, so there’s no extra room for socks.