Meanwhile, a pair of Adidas Super Star 2 trainers is cheapest in Brazil ($49.50), Japan ($62.50), South Africa ($68.90) and Mexico ($72.10). Germany is the most expensive place to buy a pair – even though Adidas is based in Herzogenaurach, Germany – along with France ($130).

Adidas sizing is generally true to size. The label themselves advise that for a more loose feel, you should go up a size or, for a more snug fit, try a size smaller. These are, after all, relaxed sports-oriented pieces that need to fit your particular lifestyle.

The name adidas came from the founder, Adolf “Adi” Dassler's name. He used his nickname, Adi, and the first three letters of his last name, Das, to create adidas.

Tip 3: All genuine Adidas products have serial numbers on the tags affixed to them. The tags have the size and product information on the inside of the shoe (behind the tongue).