UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has issued a 'fulsome apology' to the Samba community and Adidas Samba fans after a photo of him wearing the trainers went viral, sparking widespread discussion and criticism on social media for "ruining credibility" of the shoe. Sunak, acknowledging his fashion faux pas, expressed his regret for the negative impact his choice of footwear had on the Adidas Samba's reputation as a fashionable shoe. He referred to himself as a 'lifelong devotee' of Adidas trainers, emphasizing his personal affinity for the brand. The incident has led to broader discussions on the appropriateness of political figures wearing casual footwear and the impact of their fashion choices on public perception and brand reputation.
After Backlash For Wearing #AdidasSamba Shoes, UK PM #RishiSunak Issues 'Fullsome' Apology Watch the video here! https://t.co/D6c8vfVPzF https://t.co/RG6u3rsx6Y
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United Kingdom PM #RishiSunak was ripped up by users on the internet for wearing #AdidasSamba, during an interview at 10 Downing Street. Watch the video here! https://t.co/D6c8vfVPzF https://t.co/HpjchqbAsM
WATCH: After Backlash For Wearing Adidas Samba Shoes, UK PM #RishiSunak Issues 'Fullsome' Apology https://t.co/D6c8vfVPzF
Rishi Sunak has apologised to Adidas fans but says he won't stop wearing their trainers. Although at least he managed to stop the boots https://t.co/9PnMMMGeBa
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UK PM Rishi Sunak faced flak from social media users after he was seen wearing a pair of Adidas Samba sneakers during an interview #RishiSunak https://t.co/rCJJEGac5k
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Fashionistas say Rishi Sunak has killed the revival of Adidas Sambas... but PM claims he's been wearing them for years! https://t.co/20CG0xPRXA https://t.co/SWkNxn45Me
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has apologised to sneaker fans after he was pictured wearing a pair of the popular Adidas Sambas at Downing Street. https://t.co/MW1RliO9mN
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Rishi Sunak offers 'fulsome apology' to Adidas Samba fans. Here's why #RishiSunak #Adidas #AdidasSamba https://t.co/BA0NBfbTdJ
Rishi Sunak has had to take responsibility for many things as prime minister but on Wednesday he issued a “fulsome apology” for what many fashionistas see as his most heinous crime: ruining the year’s coolest trainer ⬇️ https://t.co/syR5EOEN3o
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"Rishi Sunak has apologised to wearers of Adidas Samba trainers after being accused of ruining their credibility as a fashionable shoe" https://t.co/C1TIry4IsH
Rishi Sunak has been on the airwaves today, partly to offer a "fulsome apology" to any fans of the trendy Adidas Samba trainers who feel his public appearance in them has ruined their reputation 👟 Read more 👉 https://t.co/U92LpkAlCR
‘I’m a longtime devotee’: Rishi Sunak apologises for wearing Adidas Samba trainers https://t.co/sAQ1FRiPqi
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Sunak's Sambas: PM offers apology to trainer fans after 'ruining credibility' of shoe https://t.co/ZnXalf8VG6
As Rishi Sunak apologises to the "Samba community" Which community do you need to apologise to?
Rishi Sunak this morning has offered a "fulsome apology to the Samba community" after this photo of him wearing them went viral. He told LBC he's a "lifelong devotee" to Adidas trainers. https://t.co/Z4ODuZsf1B
Rishi Sunak offers 'fulsome apology' to Adidas Samba wearers https://t.co/gZYV0XOAJL
Rishi Sunak offers ‘fulsome’ apology for ‘ruining’ Adidas Sambas for everyone https://t.co/Di2DCSfiCp
Rishi Sunak offers "a fulsome apology to the Samba community" for this abomination. Credit where it's due, good to see him taking responsibility. https://t.co/SUFXHppnOy
“[Sunak’s] choice of kicks became perfect fuel for the internet reaction machine.” 🖊️ @clive_mart1n https://t.co/ztchA7dxvA