
Nike Total 90 III
If you doubt retro football trainers, this is for streetwear fans who want an authentic Total 90 look with leather and metallic details plus a padded midsole that out-comforts most Samba-style sneakers.
If you like low-profile trainers that nod to football heritage but work as everyday streetwear, these Total 90 III reissues solve that exact itch: classic 90s pitch styling with modern materials so you get the look without the awkward break‑in. ## What makes it worth it Nike keeps the original Total 90 silhouette but updates the build with a pearlised white leather upper and metallic gold medial and heel panels for a cleaner, more wearable finish; that leather is sturdier than canvas or synthetic alternatives and holds the shape well. The shoe uses a padded midsole and a gold-tone padded collar, which gives noticeably more cushioning than many Samba-style retro trainers, and the black rubber outsole with a zigzag traction pattern provides dependable grip on city streets. This reissue launched at roughly $110 / £— positioning it as a slightly pricier retro drop but still within typical lifestyle trainer pricing. ## Where it falls short The reissue leans small for some feet — community reports suggest sizing up 0.5–1.0 UK size — and the padding improves comfort but doesn't match modern running-cushioning tech for all‑day support. Buy this if you want a faithful Total 90 look upgraded for streetwear and slightly better comfort than classic football trainers; skip it if you need maximum all‑day cushioning or prefer perfectly true-to-size fits.
£72.37
Buy nowBuy if
Buy this if you want a faithful Total 90 revival that looks like the pitch originals but offers more midsole padding for everyday streetwear use.
Skip if
Skip it if you need the lightest, most cushioned daily trainer or hate sizing uncertainty, since reports recommend sizing up and the padding isn't modern running-grade foam.
What we found
Upper Material
Pearlised leather upper with metallic gold panels
Outsole Traction
Black rubber outsole with zigzag traction pattern
Cushioning
Padded midsole and padded collar
Fit Guidance
Tends to run small; community suggests sizing up 0.5–1.0
Design Heritage
Total 90 III — 2000s football silhouette reissued
Retail Price
Around $110 (retail)
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£72.37