University of Colima Microeconomics.

Adidas Samba:
Premium Identity in
Monopolistic Competition

This project explains how Adidas Samba uses product differentiation, brand loyalty, and cultural positioning to compete in a market with many close substitutes.

Core thesis: consumers purchase symbolic value, not only utility.

15-40

Core Gen Z and Millennial market

$76-$149

Accessible premium price corridor

Many firms

Monopolistic competition setting

Trend-led

Demand shaped by style and social proof

Adidas Samba poster visual

Visual identity

Adidas Samba product detail

Product proof

Adidas Samba school style campaign

Lifestyle demand

Positioning

Premium lifestyle classic

Market structure

Monopolistic competition

Economic signal

Relative price resilience

Project architecture

Each section is now split by dedicated page

Interactive Product Grid

A modern Adidas Samba product page with hover transitions from shoebox visuals to real sneaker photos.