Does Adidas run small?

Guide matrix · see model pages

Short answer: Length is often TTS on lifestyle Adidas, but Samba runs narrow, Gazelle often runs slightly long (half down for average feet), and Yeezy 350 V2 / Slides commonly need a size up. Ultraboost is a different sock fit.

Model table

ModelVerdictWidthAdvice
Adidas Samba OGRuns Narrow VerifiedNarrow low-volume last — common complaintTrue to size length; half up if wide feet
Adidas GazelleRuns Big VerifiedNarrow-leaning suede forefoot — wide feet should stay TTS, not size downSize down half a size (TTS if wide feet)
Adidas Ultraboost 1.0True to Size VerifiedPrimeknit stretches; TPU midfoot cage can still pinch wide feetTrue to size; half up if wide feet or thick socks
Adidas Campus 00sTrue to Size VerifiedPadded chunky silhouette; suede needs break-inTrue to size; narrow feet with heel slip can half down
Yeezy Boost 350 V2Runs Small VerifiedTapered Primeknit toebox — limited stretch; thick socks often force full size upSize up half a size (full size if wide feet or thick socks)
Yeezy SlidesRuns Small PartialNarrow midfoot band; foam molds after break-inDefault +1 whole size; narrow barefoot can try TTS; wide/socks +1 to +2
Adidas Handball SpezialTrue to Size PartialRoomier than Samba among terrace trio; pliable suede stretchesTTS for average/wide; half down if narrow (suede stretches)
Adidas Stan SmithTrue to Size VerifiedMedium-narrow tennis last — snugger than Superstar forefootTrue to size; half up if wide
Adidas SuperstarRuns Big PartialShell toe adds dead length; forefoot can still feel snugHalf down if narrow/average (shell-toe length); TTS if wide
Adidas Gazelle IndoorRuns Big VerifiedIndoor gum sole / suede — still narrow-leaning; wide stay TTSSize down half a size (TTS if wide feet) — same length rule as Gazelle
Adidas Forum LowTrue to Size PartialBasketball last — snugger above the ball than many lifestyle Adidas; leather softensTrue to size; half up if wide or snug midfoot

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