Is the Handball Spezial Rhinestone true to size?

It is listed as a regular fit, so most shoppers take their usual adidas size. The low, lace-up build gives a close fit; those between sizes may prefer to go up.

Can I wear it for sport?

No. It is a lifestyle shoe based on a handball trainer, with a flat rubber sole and no modern cushioning. Treat it as everyday wear.

How does it differ from the standard Handball Spezial?

Same low profile, T-toe and rubber outsole, but this version adds rhinestones and a metallic heel counter. The standard model is plain suede.

What is the upper made of?

A mix of calf suede and rhinestones, with a full calf leather lining and a rubber sole. The footbed is branded.

How should I care for the rhinestones and suede?

Brush suede dry and keep it away from heavy rain. Wipe rhinestones gently and avoid snagging them on rough surfaces.

What comes in the box?

The pair of sneakers and the original adidas box.

Where can I buy the adidas Originals Women's Handball Spezial "Rhinestone"?

2 stores we checked sell it, including FOOTDISTRICT, Midwood Soles.

adidas Originals Women's Handball Spezial "Rhinestone"

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adidas Originals Women's Handball Spezial "Rhinestone"

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$144.65at FOOTDISTRICTChecked Nov 12

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Our take on the adidas Originals Women's Handball Spezial "Rhinestone"

The adidas Handball Spezial "Rhinestone" is the 1979 handball trainer rebuilt as a low-profile women's sneaker, with a suede and leather upper studded with rhinestones and a metallic heel counter. It keeps the T-toe shape, lace-up front and rubber outsole of the original. It suits shoppers who want a terrace-style sneaker with sparkle for everyday wear rather than gym use. Against plain Spezials it trades the clean suede look for embellishment; against other rhinestone sneakers it is a slimmer, lower shoe with a leather lining.

Best forEveryday casual wearTerrace and retro sneaker fansShoppers wanting a dressier sneakerNights out and social occasions

Pros

Rhinestone detailing sets it apart from plain Spezials
Slim, low handball-trainer profile
Suede and leather upper with leather lining
Metallic heel counter adds a second accent
Rubber outsole with the classic T-toe shape

Cons

Rhinestones can catch and shed with hard wear
Suede needs protection from rain and dirt
Low, flat sole offers little cushioning for long days
Not built for actual handball or sport

adidas Originals Women's Handball Spezial "Rhinestone" prices at every store

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Classic handball-trainer profile with T-toe shape
Rhinestone detailing
Gold Metallic accents
Rubber outsole
Lace-up closure
Earth Strata/Off White/Gold Metallic colorway

Sizes: 5, 5.5, 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 11.5, 12, 12.5, 13
Sizing: Women's sizing runs 1.5 sizes above men's; a women's 9.5 is the same shoe as a men's 8.
Returns: 30-day unworn returns; store credit with a free label, or a refund less a label fee.
Shipping: Ships in 1 business day from New Jersey; free U.S. shipping over a threshold.
In the box: Sneakers, Original box

About the adidas Originals Women's Handball Spezial "Rhinestone"

The Handball Spezial "Rhinestone" is a modern take on a classic handball trainer. Its design draws on terracewear style.

The upper is calf suede with rhinestones, and the lining is calf leather. The shoe has a metallic heel counter, a branded footbed and a rubber outsole. It closes with a front lace-up fastening and has a regular fit.

Outer material: 50% calf suede, 50% rhinestone
Lining: 100% calf leather
Sole: 100% rubber
Closure: Front lace-up
Heel: Metallic heel counter
Footbed: Branded footbed
Fit: Regular fit
Made in: Vietnam

Specifications

Color: BLUE/SILVERSource
Made in: Viet NamSource
Outer composition: Calf Suede: 50.0%, Rhinestone: 50.0%Source
Lining composition: Calf Leather: 100.0%Source
Sole composition: Rubber: 100.0%Source
Closure: front lace-up fasteningSource
Toe shape: round toeSource
Heel: metallic heel counterSource
Footbed: branded footbedSource
Fit: regular fitSource
Upper: leather upperSource

Questions and answers

Is the Handball Spezial Rhinestone true to size?: It is listed as a regular fit, so most shoppers take their usual adidas size. The low, lace-up build gives a close fit; those between sizes may prefer to go up.
Can I wear it for sport?: No. It is a lifestyle shoe based on a handball trainer, with a flat rubber sole and no modern cushioning. Treat it as everyday wear.
How does it differ from the standard Handball Spezial?: Same low profile, T-toe and rubber outsole, but this version adds rhinestones and a metallic heel counter. The standard model is plain suede.
What is the upper made of?: A mix of calf suede and rhinestones, with a full calf leather lining and a rubber sole. The footbed is branded.
How should I care for the rhinestones and suede?: Brush suede dry and keep it away from heavy rain. Wipe rhinestones gently and avoid snagging them on rough surfaces.
What comes in the box?: The pair of sneakers and the original adidas box.
Where is the adidas Originals Women's Handball Spezial "Rhinestone" cheapest?: At FOOTDISTRICT, for $144.65, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the adidas Originals Women's Handball Spezial "Rhinestone"?: 2 stores we checked sell it, including FOOTDISTRICT, Midwood Soles.