This season’s FILA Legend collection was inspired by Pierluigi Rolando, a true FILA visionary and the brand’s first Creative Director. Rolando introduced bold colors to the court in the early 1970s, greatly impacting the tennis fashion game. To this day, legendary sketches by Rolando are hanging in the FILA Museum in Biella, Italy, and they serve as a continuous source of inspiration for the brand.

The Legend line features four different tops, including two crewneck styles, a polo shirt and a long sleeve shirt, as well as one short style. Borrowing Rolando’s chromatic sportswear scheme, the collection presents a mix of color blocking, heather-effect prints, classic stripes, and textures that are clean and on trend for today’s breakout player.

FILA’s sponsored athletes will debut the Legend collection in Paris. The line retails from $50 - $68, and is available on FILA.com and at tennis specialty retailers in the United States and Canada.

FILA Korea has released the FILA X PEPSI Collaborative Collection.

The FILA X PEPSI collection is a collaboration that fuses FILA's Heritage inspiration with Pepsi. The limited-edition line offers a modern interpretation of two classics, with products that boast a young and dynamic sensibility.

Born in the United States in 1903, Pepsi is a brand that often communicates with young consumers through collaborations with leading fashion brands and within various categories.

This collection is based on the iconic color palette and logos of FILA and Pepsi, as items seamlessly merge those design elements. The line consists of t-shirts, dresses and leggings, as well as shoes and accessories, allowing full coordination among the featured pieces.

The São Paulo International Marathon is considered one of the most challenging competitions, with 42k, 24k, 8k or 4k courses. This is the fourth consecutive year that FILA has sponsored the event and to celebrate, the brand prepared activations at kits' removal, offering an opportunity to test the FILA Kenya Racer 3 (KR3) running shoes and check out the newest colorways of the model: Lime/Black and Grape/Poppy Red.

The competition, to be held on Sunday, April 9th, will feature athletes from the FILA Running Team, going through the main areas of São Paulo. They will be in the elite squad and are key competitors to beat Kenyans Josphat Ronoh and Leah Jerotich, who are already experienced racers in Brazil. Kenyan runners Elijah Kemboi, Daniel Kiprotich, Josephine Chepkoech and the Ethiopian Workiye Wosenu complete the team, all under the leadership of the Brazilian coach Moacir Marconi, also known as Coquinho.

The competition kits were delivered on April 6th, 7th and 8th, at Mauro Pinheiro Gymnasium, the location of the 2017 São Paulo Marathon Expo. Participants were able to visit the FILA booth and enjoy the featured activations. This included postural and kinematics evaluation, aimed at analyzing how bones and muscles organize themselves to deal with the gravity and forces that work on the body, as well as body composition analysis, which verifies the physiological data of each athlete.

FILA offers running enthusiasts a wide range of products designed to provide the best performance for professional and amateur athletes. "Running is one of FILA's positioning forefronts in Brazil, and being the official sports brand of one of the country's most traditional competitions is an honor and adds to the brand's strategy," said Felipe Rosa, FILA Brazil's Marketing Manager.

To strengthen its position within the sport and to further encourage engagement, the brand will offer 17 guests the experience of being able to feel like an elite athlete, when they will have the opportunity to start very close to FILA Running Team.

"Through this sponsorship and activations, we have a platform that includes experience and relationship to get closer to amateur athletes and present our collection of products, showing the most current and technological items we have to those who love street running. That helps us to gain recognition," said Rosa.

The São Paulo International Marathon is considered one of the most challenging competitions, with 42k, 24k, 8k or 4k courses. This is the fourth consecutive year that FILA has sponsored the event and to celebrate, the brand prepared activations at kits' removal, offering an opportunity to test the FILA Kenya Racer 3 (KR3) running shoes and check out the newest colorways of the model: Lime/Black and Grape/Poppy Red.

The competition, to be held on Sunday, April 9th, will feature athletes from the FILA Running Team, going through the main areas of São Paulo. They will be in the elite squad and are key competitors to beat Kenyans Josphat Ronoh and Leah Jerotich, who are already experienced racers in Brazil. Kenyan runners Elijah Kemboi, Daniel Kiprotich, Josephine Chepkoech and the Ethiopian Workiye Wosenu complete the team, all under the leadership of the Brazilian coach Moacir Marconi, also known as Coquinho.

The competition kits were delivered on April 6th, 7th and 8th, at Mauro Pinheiro Gymnasium, the location of the 2017 São Paulo Marathon Expo. Participants were able to visit the FILA booth and enjoy the featured activations. This included postural and kinematics evaluation, aimed at analyzing how bones and muscles organize themselves to deal with the gravity and forces that work on the body, as well as body composition analysis, which verifies the physiological data of each athlete.

FILA offers running enthusiasts a wide range of products designed to provide the best performance for professional and amateur athletes. "Running is one of FILA's positioning forefronts in Brazil, and being the official sports brand of one of the country's most traditional competitions is an honor and adds to the brand's strategy," said Felipe Rosa, FILA Brazil's Marketing Manager.

To strengthen its position within the sport and to further encourage engagement, the brand will offer 17 guests the experience of being able to feel like an elite athlete, when they will have the opportunity to start very close to FILA Running Team.

"Through this sponsorship and activations, we have a platform that includes experience and relationship to get closer to amateur athletes and present our collection of products, showing the most current and technological items we have to those who love street running. That helps us to gain recognition," said Rosa.

This season’s FILA Spotlight Set collection will ensure you shine from first serve to finish. The new women’s line features fashions that boast a shimmer-effect gel print, sharp, geometric cut lines and body slimming silhouettes, for simply stunning style.

This Spotlight Set collection is designed in a show-stopping black/lime tonic/white colorway. The line consists of five different silhouettes of tops, including three tank top styles, as well as short sleeve and long sleeve shirt options. The Spotlight Set also features two skorts, each designed to match back to any of the tops. The collection’s Spotlight Dress was created with all-over sparkle print and a front slit, while the Spotlight Flirty Dress, in a tonic lime hue, is pleated to perfection. The tuxedo-inspired warm-up completes the line. This matching jacket and ¾ length tights will have you styled to stand out on-court.

The Spotlight Set collection retails from $56 to $85 and is available on FILA.com and at tennis specialty retailers in the United States and Canada.

FILA announced today that it has signed a sponsorship agreement with Mackenzie “Mackie” McDonald, the 2016 NCAA Men’s Singles and Doubles Champion. McDonald joins the company’s roster of endorsed ATP World Tour and WTA Tour players who are wearing the FILA® brand on-court.

“We are thrilled to welcome Mackie to the FILA family,” said Jon Epstein, President of FILA North America. “As one of the game’s rising stars, Mackie represents the future of the sport and we believe he will be an incredible ambassador for the brand. We are excited to support Mackie’s efforts on his journey as a professional player. With his talent, energy, enthusiasm and drive, he is well-primed for success.”

McDonald, 21, elected to turn pro following stellar junior and collegiate tennis careers. He won the 18’s singles title at the Easter Bowl in 2012 and was among the boy’s singles semifinalists at the 2012 Australian Open. In that same year, McDonald reached a career high ranking of #12 in the ITF World Tour Junior Rankings. McDonald’s achievements continued when he transitioned to college, as one of the leading tennis players at UCLA. During the 2016 season, the former Bruin helped his team reach the quarterfinals of the Division 1 Men’s Tennis Championship. He ended his college career on a high-note, winning both the NCAA men’s singles and doubles titles, a feat which had not been accomplished since 2001.

McDonald recently became the inaugural male recipient of the Oracle U.S. Tennis Award, which is a grant that will be presented annually at the BNP Paribas Open to assist young American tennis players as they transition from college into the professional ranks.

“I am honored to join the FILA team and follow in the footsteps of the legendary athletes past and present who have represented the brand,” said Mackie McDonald. “As I take the next big step in my tennis career and work hard to develop my game, I am grateful to have the support of a company, such as FILA.”

FILA has a long and distinguished history in the world of tennis that continues with endorsements of ATP World Tour and WTA Tour athletes. FILA is a sponsor of the BNP Paribas Open, the Dell Technologies Tennis Hall of Fame Open, the Rogers Cup and Coupe Rogers, the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix, the Mercedes Cup, the Argentina Open, the Rio Open, and the Junior Orange Bowl International Tennis Championship. In addition to event partnerships, FILA is an official supplier to Tennis Canada, Junior Tennis Champions Center, Van der Meer Tennis, John Newcombe Tennis Ranch, and the Kim Clijsters Academy in Belgium.

The FILA® brand was established over a century ago by the FILA brothers of Biella, Italy. FILA® is now a leading sport and leisure footwear and apparel brand that is distributed worldwide. FILA has achieved world-class recognition in tennis by marketing high design and style content products that are endorsed by professional athletes from around the world.

The São Paulo International Marathon is considered one of the most challenging competitions, with 42k, 24k, 8k or 4k courses. This is the fourth consecutive year that FILA has sponsored the event and to celebrate, the brand prepared activations at kits' removal, offering an opportunity to test the FILA Kenya Racer 3 (KR3) running shoes and check out the newest colorways of the model: Lime/Black and Grape/Poppy Red.

The competition, to be held on Sunday, April 9th, will feature athletes from the FILA Running Team, going through the main areas of São Paulo. They will be in the elite squad and are key competitors to beat Kenyans Josphat Ronoh and Leah Jerotich, who are already experienced racers in Brazil. Kenyan runners Elijah Kemboi, Daniel Kiprotich, Josephine Chepkoech and the Ethiopian Workiye Wosenu complete the team, all under the leadership of the Brazilian coach Moacir Marconi, also known as Coquinho.

The competition kits were delivered on April 6th, 7th and 8th, at Mauro Pinheiro Gymnasium, the location of the 2017 São Paulo Marathon Expo. Participants were able to visit the FILA booth and enjoy the featured activations. This included postural and kinematics evaluation, aimed at analyzing how bones and muscles organize themselves to deal with the gravity and forces that work on the body, as well as body composition analysis, which verifies the physiological data of each athlete.

FILA offers running enthusiasts a wide range of products designed to provide the best performance for professional and amateur athletes. "Running is one of FILA's positioning forefronts in Brazil, and being the official sports brand of one of the country's most traditional competitions is an honor and adds to the brand's strategy," said Felipe Rosa, FILA Brazil's Marketing Manager.

To strengthen its position within the sport and to further encourage engagement, the brand will offer 17 guests the experience of being able to feel like an elite athlete, when they will have the opportunity to start very close to FILA Running Team.

"Through this sponsorship and activations, we have a platform that includes experience and relationship to get closer to amateur athletes and present our collection of products, showing the most current and technological items we have to those who love street running. That helps us to gain recognition," said Rosa.

FILA and Staple Pigeon have teamed up for the Spring 17 season, this time on an international level. The companies are set to unveil a new capsule collection on March 15, 2017, available at premium international FILA flagship stores and select top tier global retailers. Similar to last year’s collaborative release, the capsule will include a range of apparel and footwear styles. Pieces were designed to combine classic FILA silhouettes with Staple’s signature graphic eye, for a collection that seamlessly merges elements associated with both brands.

The Spring 17 offerings fuse NYC-based Staple’s influence in street and sneaker culture, with FILA’s heritage in fashion and sport. On the apparel side, the collection consists of graphic tees, long sleeve shirts, pique polo shirts, velour sweat suits, shorts, and windbreakers. The hooded tees and scalloped hems combine a penchant for sportswear and street style. Additional design details include color blocking, stripes and camo prints, in keeping with the line’s black, white, gray and pigeon pink color palette. Pieces also feature FILA's co-branded patches, which identify both brands and have been used for decades specifically for pinnacle collaborations and collections. The footwear component of the capsule collection features the F-13 and Original Fitness silhouettes in multiple colorways. Both styles were designed with a full grain leather and suede combo upper. The shoes also feature the two-tone FILA flag, bearing the same combination of materials. In addition, the footwear designs share customized product details such as a dual branded, embroidered tongue patch, sock liner, printed footbed, and branded lace tips.

“FILA represented to me the perfect marriage of luxury with attitude. As I grew up, and Hip-Hop was infused into my DNA; it was fitting to see my lyrical heroes show love to FILA as well. Now, decades later, it is an honor that I’ve come full circle and am now able to collaborate with that same brand and bring the aesthetic I’ve created at Staple Pigeon to the table. FILA x Staple has been a long time coming. Love All.” Jeff Staple, Founder of Staple Pigeon

Congratulations to FILA sponsored athlete Sam Querrey, for securing his first title of the 2017 season at the Mexican Open in Acapulco, Mexico. Querrey defeated second seed Rafael Nadal 6-3 and 7-6 in today's final round of play. His impressive road to the finals also included a quarterfinal round win over Dominic Thiem and a semifinal round victory over Nick Kyrgios.

Querrey was the first American male finalist and subsequent champion, in the 24-year history of the tournament. With this win, he has claimed his ninth career ATP World Tour singles title.

FILA tennis athlete Karolina Pliskova, has claimed the 2017 Qatar Open title. Pliskova defeated her opponent Caroline Wozniacki, with a 6-3, 6-4 victory in today's final round. This marks her second WTA title of the 2017 season and eighth overall. In January, she was crowned the women's singles champion at the Brisbane International.

Pliskova's early season success also includes a quarterfinal round appearance at the Australian Open. Prior to the Qatar Open, she reached the Fed Cup semifinals together with her Czech Republic teammates. With her latest win, Pliskova will remain in the #3 spot in the WTA Tour rankings.

ISPO, is the international leading sports business trade show held in Europe. During the four days (5 -8 February 2017), more than 85,000 visitors from around the world turned to Munich for this international sports event. The positive atmosphere in the industry was clearly noticeably in the full halls.

FILA, one of the global sportswear brand, we won’t miss the chance to present the full range of new collection for apparel, shoes, bags, and watches in this international platform. The line merges a lifestyle aesthetic and performance qualities, with the classic FILA styling.

Be bold and provocative. Remain vintage, but never conventional, and show the world that it is possible to radiate sophistication and style without sacrificing performance. Fila F-Box grew into a globally recognized decade-icon. Inspired by FILA’s history in sports, FILA watches launches the new ICONIC EVERYWHERE collection with this remarkable icon and first presented in the show. The new collection is well-received by the public!

Sven Kramer, Royal Dutch Skating Federation (KNSB) affiliated men’s speed skating athlete, recently won a gold medal in the men’s category of the International Skating Union (ISU) World Single Distance Championships. Both Kramer and the KNSB have been sponsored by FILA for the last three years. The competition was held at the Gangneung Oval on Thursday, January 9. On the first day of the World Single Distance Speed Skating Championships, (KST) Kramer claimed the gold medal in the 5000m category, with a recorded time of 6 minutes and 6.82 seconds.

Kramer has now won three gold medals in a row in the men’s 5000m category of the world championships, from 2007 to 2009. Additionally, from 2012 onwards, Kramer has accomplished the prestigious achievement of winning the 5000m category five more times at the World Single Distance Championships. This brings his overall total to eight wins within the 5000m category.

Kramer is set to compete in the 10,000m and 15,000m categories of the competition, on February 11 and February 12 respectively. His recent victories and upcoming competitions have again increased the anticipation of a potential gold medal performance from Kramer.

Fellow Royal Dutch Skating Federation (KNSB) affiliated athlete Ireen Wust, also secured a gold medal in the women’s 3000m category of the competition. She recorded a time of 3 minutes and 59.5 seconds.

FILA actively sponsors the Royal Dutch Skating Federation (KNSB). The KNSB affiliated male and female players, including Sven Kramer, won medals on the first day of the competition, indicating a positive early start to the championship.

Stephane Legar is an Israeli model, dancer and singer who is well-known for his song, "Step Fun." To coincide with his "Step Fun" debut, Legar had initiated a dancing challenge on social media, where thousands of followers around the world utilized the hashtag: #Stepfunchallenge.

Stephane recently launched a music video for his new hit song, "Double Dutch." The video showcases apparel from FILA's Fall 2016 Heritage and Black Line collections. In addition to Stephane himself, the featured male and female dancers are dressed in a variety of staple styles from these lines. Similar to the "Step Fun" concept, fans can keep dancing and follow along with the #DoubleDutchChallenge hashtag.

Global Sports Brand FILA is in the midst of officially sponsoring Dutch “Ice Skating Emperor” Sven Kramer, who entered Korea via the Incheon International Airport on January 30. Approximately two years have passed since he last met his fans in Korea.

Kramer arrived in Korea for the second time, to participate in the test event for the Pyeongchang Olympics, the 2017 ISU (International Skating Union) World Single Distance Championships. The event is set to take place in Gangneung, from February 9 -12. Sven’s first visit to Korea was in November 2014. The interest in Kramer continues to increase, after it was disclosed that he is currently under negotiations to be the honorary ambassador of the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics with the organizing committee.

Kramer, the world’s number 1 ranked speed skater, has won three gold medals at the three Winter Olympic Games where he has competed. Additionally, he has secured two silver medals and two bronze medals, for a total of seven medals at the Winter Olympics. Kramer is considered to be the greatest athlete among the long distance active runners and he has acquired all 17 gold medals of the world distance event. His accolades also include winning an all-time men’s record of eight World Allround Championships.

Recently, Kramer claimed the gold medal at this season’s 5,0000m World Cup Series. With all of this success, he has retained his reputation as the “Ice Skating Emperor,” leading to increased expectations not only for his performance at the world championships, but also as it relates to the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics.

After Kramer arrived at Incheon Airport, he stated, “I am happy and extremely grateful that so many people have arrived to greet me after such a long time since I was in Korea. Whilst it is guaranteed that I strive to evidence a positive display at this tournament, I am also interested in producing an exquisite performance at the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics to reward fans for their continued support.”

FILA is currently sponsoring the Republic of Korea National Skating Team and Sven Kramer affiliated Netherlands Skating Team for the upcoming 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics. Additionally, FILA is set to provide the two teams with the Olympic Suit, which was crafted from the world’s best technology. The national teams are set to wear this suit into matches, creating heightened interest.

FILA has been sponsoring the Republic of Korea National Skating Team since 2012, as the sponsor of the Korea Skating Union. Furthermore, it has entered a sponsorship contract agreement since 2014 with the Sven Kramer affiliated Netherlands Skating Federation (KNSB). FILA is also the official partner of the Netherlands skating national team, including speed skating, short track, inline skating and national team inline skating players.

In an effort to provide the highest quality of sports apparel, FILA is working with the Netherlands expert sports apparel company, Sportconfex. The Olympic Suit produced by Sportconfex is particularly renowned among the sports apparel produced and is recognized for exhibiting world class technology. It can be concluded that the Netherlands is so dominant as an ice skating nation due in part to its strong connection to Sportconfex.

FILA is currently investing vast amounts of R&D resources into joint research development into a Olympic Suit for both national teams for the purposes of the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics. The aforementioned Olympic Suit is set to be released in the latter half of 2017. The weight and air resistance have been minimized and the suit has been custom designed for athletes on a 1:1 basis, in order to reduce excess discomfort and produce quality performance. There is substantial material with body armor functions, utilized so that players are secure from the skate blades onwards. The fabric technology material was constructed to be lightweight, in order for natural skating movements.

(FILA Global) - FILA sponsored athlete Karolina Pliskova, has started the 2017 tennis season with a title run at the Brisbane International in Brisbane, Queensland. With this win, Pliskova has secured her 7th WTA Tour title. Pliskova's dominant serve and powerful play led her to the Brisbane finals. She defeated her opponent Alize Cornet 6-0 6-3 to claim the women's singles crown, dropping only one set the entire tournament. Following her Brisbane victory, Pliskova will rise to a career-high #5 in the WTA Tour rankings ahead of the this year's first Grand Slam. Pliskova, the women's singles runner-up at the 2016 US Open, will now compete at the Australian Open, beginning on January 16.

Following her quarterfinal round appearance at the 2017 Australian Open, FILA sponsored athlete Karolina Pliskova, has climbed to the #3 spot in the WTA Tour rankings. This marks a career high ranking for Pliskova.

Pliskova is off to a strong start for the 2017 tennis season. Her powerful serving style and dominant defensive play, helped her to secure a spot in the quarterfinals of the year's first Grand Slam. Prior to the Australian Open, Karolina claimed her 7th WTA Tour title, with a win at the Brisbane International.

(FILA Korea) – Korean figure skater Jun-Hwan Cha, who is affiliated with the Korea Skating Union sponsored by FILA, achieved a combined score of 238.07 on Sunday, January 8, to achieve his first win in the men's single field at the 71st National Figure Skating Championship at the Gangleung Ice Arena. This victory has created heightened interest in Jun-Hwan Cha and his skating, from viewers of the compeition and Republic of Korea citizens.

Jun-Hwan Cha is unique among Korean figure skaters, due to his renowned four revolution jumping (quadruple) technique. He has been dubbed the male Yu-Na Kim, or the "Figure Prince," and he is at the forefront of the next generation of figure skaters. During the competition, Jun-Hwan Cha scored 20 more points than the nearest competitor, further showcasing that he is the strongest in the field. His remarkable feats have increased expectations and Jun-Hwan Cha is seen as a catalyst of hope for the 2018 Winter Pyeongchang Olympics. This particular win proved to be even more meaningful, as he broke the 80 points barrier in the figure skating short program for the first time in Korea.

Jun-Hwan Cha, aka the male Yu-Na Kim, is the protagonist of Korean figure skating and expectations are high, as it relates to his continued success. Yu-Na Kim, undoubtedly the female queen of figure skating, announced her retirement in 2014. She has achieved the highest accolades in worldwide sporting competitions. Her accomplishements have included a gold medal at the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics and a silver medal at the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics. She is also recognized as the Republic of Korea’s sporting hero for her major achievements in the single women’s skating field. Jun-Hwan Cha has garnered additional interest since his coach Brian Orser, was a former coach of Yu-na Kim.

Off-the-ice, Jun-Hwan Cha's professional and cool demeanor is also evident during his media interviews. After completing his acting commitments in the show "Kiss and Cry" zone, Jun-Hwan Cho wore a FILA jacket while speaking to the media. His win at the 71st National Figure Skating Championship has garnered mass interest not only among the news media, but for viewers and citizens alike. There is increased anticipation of his future performance, as he recently qualified for the the 2017 World Junior Figure Skating Competition, to be held in March in Taiwan.

Meanwhile, in the women's single competition, Eun-Soo Lim won the women's junior category by clinching the championship title with a total score of 191.98. With the win, 14-year old Lim has also earned a ticket to the ISU World Figure Skating Championship. This marked only the second time, after Yu-Na Kim, that a female figure skater earned a total score over 190 at local competitions.

FILA Korea has been actively sponsoring the Korea Skating Union, with whom Jun-Hwan Cha and Eun-Soo Lim are affiliated, since October 2012. FILA Korea has been providing the highest sportswear and an optimum environment to achieve the highest quality results. FILA Korea continues its support and investment towards the Union.

(FILA Global) - Over the last half century, FILA has been a part of countless iconic moments on the court, outfitting extraordinary individuals who challenge limits and defy expectations through a seamless combination of power and grace. Since its historic introduction of color to the tennis court in 1973, FILA continues to make its mark on the tennis fashion game.

Beginning in Melbourne, FILA’s top tennis athletes will be dressed in the new Heritage collection. The Heritage story will unfold throughout the 2017 season, as FILA serves up new styles for each major tournament, with apparel that continues to reflect the brand’s rich history in the game.

The Heritage range for women and men features a simple, clean color palette, and a variety of timeless designs. FILA pays homage to its original Italian aesthetic, returning to authentic details from 1970’s FILA tennis. The brand’s signature navy, white and red hues combined with details like windowpane jacquard patterns and knit collars, creates a decidedly modern collection, while still staying true to FILA’s roots.

The Australian Open marks the debut of the Heritage range. FILA athletes including Karolina Pliskova, Jelena Jankovic, John Isner, Marin CIlic, Sam Querrey, and Andreas Seppi, will wear the designs on-court during the season’s first Grand Slam.

Women’s Heritage Collection:
The women’s Heritage range features three silhouettes of tops, including a racerback tank, full coverage tank and cap sleeve top. The collection’s navy/white/Chinese red palette is decorated with contrast color sleeves and stripes and finished off with the embroidered F-Box patch logo. The Heritage skort and Heritage pleated skort were designed to pair back to each of the tops. The collection’s highlight is the Heritage Polo Dress, offering an updated twist on a classic design for a simple yet strong statement. The Heritage Jacket and Heritage Pant complete the line.

The women’s Heritage collection retails from $54 to $90 and is available on FILA.com​​ and at tennis specialty retailers in the United States and Canada.

Men’s Heritage Collection:
On the men’s side, the Heritage range consists of four tops, including two crew neck shirts and two polo shirts. Pieces are offered in both solid and windowpane designs, in keeping with the brand’s signature red, white and navy color scheme. To coordinate back to the tops, the Heritage shorts are also offered in solid hues and windowpane patterns. The windowpane bottoms features an elastic waistband with signature stripe. The Heritage Jacket and Heritage Pant round out the collection. All items featured the embroidered F-Box logo.

(FILA North America) - With the winter weather in full swing, FILA is kicking off 2017 with the much anticipated "Polar Light" 95 colorway. January through March are among the most popular months for aurora hunting. During this three-month span, many brave the cold temperatures to view this spectacular light display. FILA's "Polar Light" 95 style takes design cues from the aurora skies.

This rendition of the brand's iconic retro basketball silhouette carries a FILA buck upper. The footwear was created with an iridescent finish on the toe cap, lower-quarter, back counter, heel pull, and in the sneaker’s large 95 logo detail, which is recessed and embedded on the outer midsole. The shoe’s upper sits atop an EVA midsole and rugged rubber outsole. The outsole was also created with a unique, dual row chevron tread, suitable for the rough blacktop as much as the court.

Additional “Polar Light” 95 design details include the silhouette’s special lace system, with webbed gillies running the length of the eye row and around the ankle. This original feature allows for a custom fit and a distinctive look, two characteristics that make 90’s footwear memorable.

The FILA “Polar Light” 95 retails for $95. The footwear will be available beginning on January 13.

(FILA Global) – A selection of FILA sponsored tennis athletes will wear the new Sleek Streak and Zephyr collections at the Australian Open. Each line takes a bold approach to on-court styling, complete with vibrant hues, eye-catching graphic prints, and standout finishes.

Women’s Sleek Streak Collection:
Designed for the urban-chic player, the Sleek Streak collection strikes a balance of spicy 70’s style and futuristic finishes. Details like a noveaux tie-dye print, color blocking, and glimmer-sheen finishes come together to create a mix of statement pieces and everyday staples. FILA sponsored athletes including Yaroslava Shvedova, Irina Begu and Timea Babos will hit the court in the Sleek Streak collection in Melbourne.

The Sleek Streak line is designed in a black/white/ruby rose colorway, featuring show-stopping catwalk cutlines. The collection consists of five different silhouettes of tops, including a racerback tank, halter tank, full coverage tank, short sleeve top, and long sleeve top. Items feature contrast blocks of color, a sleek multi print, and the silver cut-out F-Box logo. The Sleek Streak range offers three skort styles to tie back to the tops, detailed with slits, pleats, and pops of the multi print. The skorts, offered in 13 ½ and 14 ½ center back length, each include COOLMAX® CORE technology in the crotch lining, as well as the silver cut-out F-Box logo.

The collection also boasts two dress styles: the Sleek Dress and Sleek Printed Dress. The Sleek Dress includes a pleated panel on the bottom half, open hole back, 31 ½” back body length, and the silver cut out F-Box logo. The Sleek Printed dress is boldly designed with a multi print, 31 ½” back body length, and the silver cut out F-Box logo. The Sleek Jacket and Sleek Pant, in black and ruby rose hues, round out the collection.

The Sleek Streak line retails from $52 to $90 and will be available on FILA.com​​ and at tennis specialty retailers in the United States and Canada.

Men’s Zephyr Collection:
The best of FILA’s 1980’s street fashion meets high-performance function in the breakthrough Zephyr collection. Bold players will be drawn to its bright pop-art inspired schemes complete with brush stroke patterns, oversized logos, and inner contrast taping. Pinhole mesh and moisture-wicking technology works to keep you ventilated and cool, while stretch fabric and ergonomic cutlines maximize the way you move. The collection’s 80’s blue/black/white/zephyr orange hues will make a memorable on-court impression. FILA athletes such as Janko TIpsarevic will wear the Zephyr collection on-court in Melbourne.

The Zephyr collection’s four tops include two crewneck styles and two polo shirts. Pieces are embellished with pops of contrasting color or printed panels and piping. The shirts pair back to the Zephyr short, offered in black or white, each with printed inserts. The Zephyr Quarter Zip Top is a standout style thanks to its vibrant 80’s blue/black/blazing yellow colorway. To complete the collection is the Zephyr pant, in black with 80’s blue and blazing yellow accents.

(FILA Korea) - With a little more than a year left before the commencement of the PyeongChang Winter Olympics, a great deal of attention is being paid to the Netherlands ‘Skating King’ Sven Kramer and his impressive sporting exploits. FILA is currently sponsoring the national team, the Royal Dutch Skating Association (KNSB) and affiliated men’s speed skating athlete Sven Kramer. Sven recently achieved his ninth overall individual win at the ISU European Allround Speed Skating Championship, held in Heerenveen, Netherlands on January 6th, adding to his numerous athletic accomplishments.

Kramer continues to be regarded as an excellent speed skating athlete thanks to his continued success within the sport. He recorded two consecutive gold medals at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics and 2014 Sochi Olympics in the 5000m category. He also won the European Allround Speed Skating Championship Competition a record of eight times.

At the ISU European Allround Speed Skating Championship, Kramer impressively recorded a 13.06.30 and 6.10.58 in the competition’s main events, the 10,000m and 5,000m respectively, to win first place. He also took second place in his secondary event of the 1,500m, with a difference of 0.01 seconds between him and the first place winner who recorded a score of 1.46.55, yet again displaying world-class sporting prowess.

There is much anticipation of Kramer's future performance at the 2018 PyeongChang Olympics. where he is set to compete in the ISU (International Skating Union) World Single Distance Speed Skating Championship, from February 9-12 at the Gangneung Speed Skating Ice Arena.

During the 2016 Rio Olympics in Brazil, Sven Kramer visited the FILA Global lounge in Rio de Janeiro. While in Rio, Kramer acted as the temporary daily coach for the 2014 Korea Junior National team players. During his free time, he would communicate FILA related news in Korean on his SNS account. The unique relationship between Sven Kramer and FILA will continue, as Kramer is known to have a passion for FILA Korea products and it is reported that he wears primarily FILA Korea’s sportswear.

FILA has been sponsoring Sven Kramer and his affiliated institution, the Netherlands Royal Dutch Skating Association (KNSB), since 2014. FILA continues to supply the Netherlands Ice Skating national team with sets of matching uniforms and tracksuits.

(FILA China) - FILA collaborated with Jason Wu, a famous Chinese-American designer, to launch a new JASON WU x FILA sports collection. To celebrate the latest line, a grand fashion show was held in Beijing 798. Jason Wu’s latest collection seamlessly combines vibrant colors and geometric patterns to highlight the elegance of high-end sportswear.

In addition to creating brand new designs for the Jason Wu x FILA SS2017 collection, Jason Wu personally provided creative ideas for the fashion show in Beijing. The show seamlessly combined grass and wood with marble and concrete, yielding a unique cross-border inspiration and creating a fashion space that was both raw and refined.

On the day of the event, hundreds of distinguished guests were on-hand to witness the fashionable showcase from Jason Wu and his team in New York, including: Mr. Gene Yoon, Chairman at FILA, Mr. Ding Shizhong, Chairman of Anta Group, Mr. Yao Weixiong, President of FILA in China, the "elegant goddess" Miss Zhang Li, Korean fashion icon Miss Ko Joon Hee, Olympic table tennis champion Wang Hao. and fashion mastermind Miss Li Hui.

Many internationally renowned models also attended the JASON WU x FILA SS2017 fashion show, including Nastya Sten, Susanna Knipper, Alexandre Cunha, Barry Lomeka, and Lauren DeGraaf, as well as Wang Xinyu, China's new supermodel, and Zhou Huan, a new favorite among famous model agencies. The models around the world attracted the attention of the guests, as they showcased the charm of high-end sportswear.

About FILA:
Founded in 1911, FILA is an Italian sportswear and lifestyle brand with a rich and diverse history. Throughout its 105 years as a brand, FILA has had the opportunity to design athletic wear for some of the finest athletes in tennis, golf, skiing, basketball, and baseball. The brand is especially well known for its ability to produce clothing that combines comfort and aesthetics in one, using high quality materials and expert tailoring. Today, FILA products can be found in over 30 countries including Italy, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, China, Japan, Korea, Brazil, and the United States.

About Jason Wu:
Jason Wu (吴季刚) was born in 1983 in Taiwan. As a student, Wu had the opportunity to learn and study in a number of iconic cities across the world including Tokyo, Canada, and France, before moving to New York City to study at the Parsons School of Design. After graduation, Wu began working at the Narcisco Rodriguez studio. In February 2006, Wu released his first personal collection, which was met with praise by fashion critics and buyers alike. He quickly became one of New York's most exciting young designers, and was given the opportunity to design a dress for Michelle Obama, America's first lady. Today, Wu regularly designs for celebrities and political figures alike, and also lends his talents to collaborative collections with international brands. Jason is affectionately known as "the light of Taiwan."

(FILA Italy) – In 1983, FILA launched the first shoes featuring the brand’s iconic red and blue “F-Box.” It was a new path that led FILA, in the mid-90s, to reach the second place ranking in the United States basketball market. Since then, FILA has maintained its link with basketball, most recently by supporting Pallacanestro Biella, the Italian professional basketball team based in Biella.

The Pallacanestro Biella’s visit to the Fondazione FILA Museum on November 11, has renewed this historical connection.

According to the Fondazione FILA Museum: “It has been a great pleasure to host the athletes of the basketball team of Biella and to see them walking through the museum that tells the story of FILA. They have been able to experience the entrepreneurial adventure that this great brand has represented and to understand FILA’s roots and evolution during the years.”

The meeting ended with the signing of the “Adopt a Champion” agreement for the second consecutive year. This year’s champion is Federico Massone. Federico joined the first team this season (2016/2017), participating in the championship men's A2 Series, where he had the opportunity to make his debut among the team’s seniors and score the game’s first baskets. ​

(FILA North America) – In the 90’s FILA footwear found its way to the NBA hardwood with iconic silhouettes on the feet of the world’s top athletes. FILA’s on court presence would trickle down to playgrounds and street corners worldwide. The M-Squad style was one model that originally designed for the playground and then made its way to into NBA stadiums. FILA’s heritage spans across many sports but the historical aspect of the brand in the NBA was such a lightning rod. The M-Squad remains one of the iconic models that continue to transcend trends. It truly embodies the full circle of a basketball athlete from dreaming on the black top, to making it all the way to the NBA. Now it’s sees a reinvention into your closet with our latest collaboration with Mountain Dew GLX.

FILA x GLX
Exactly like the pair that debuted in the 90’s, the FILA x GLX M-Squad contains design and functional elements making it one of our most versatile silhouettes. Mixing the technical fabrication needed for rugged outdoor and indoor basketball courts with trend driven style accents. The collaboration features a premium all black suede upper with embroidered FILA logo branding. The pair sits atop a Dew Lime Green inspired outsole, carried over into a speckled midsole. Other product highlights include GLX branding on the sock liner and foot-bed & along with custom FILA x Mountain Dew branded packaging. The FILA x GLX M-Squad collaboration will be available exclusively at FILA.com & Footlocker on 12/9 at a retail price of $90.

About FILA USA:
For 105 years, FILA has believed that beyond activity, sport is an ever-expanding identity fueled by passions for excellence, adventure, competition, and pleasure. And so we have spent the last half-century accompanying those who courageously challenge limits and defy expectations while radiating sophistication. It is through this uncommon experience that we have learned: anyplace, anywhere, life in motion is a beautiful thing.

About GLX:
Mountain Dew Green Label Exclusives (GLX) Program brings artists and athletes together with top designers and brands to produce one-of-a-kind and limited edition lifestyle product inspired by the Mtn Dew® brand

About DEW:
Mountain Dew, a product of PepsiCo Americas Beverages, is the No. 1 flavored carbonated soft drink in the U.S. With its one-of-a-kind citrus taste, Mountain Dew exhilarates and quenches with every sip. In addition to original Mountain Dew® and Diet Mountain Dew®, the permanent DEW product line includes Mountain Dew Code Red®, Mountain Dew LiveWire®, Mountain Dew Throwback®, Mountain Dew Voltage® and Mountain Dew White Out®.

(FILA Brazil) - With a long and iconic history in tennis, FILA has expanded its presence in the sport with the sponsorship of the biggest tennis tournament in South America: Rio Open 2017.

In February, FILA will serve as the official sports brand of the Rio Open 2017. The ATP 500 tournament, held in Rio de Janeiro, will take place from February 20-26 in the Jockey Club Brasileiro. FILA’s top tennis athletes will represent the brand throughout the Rio Open competition.

On December 8, in the capital of Rio de Janeiro, the tournament sponsorship was first announced with a celebration that featured FILA and other event partners. On that day, FILA also introduced a collection designed especially for the event. The line was inspired by FILA’s Italian heritage, with unmistakable style and high performance features, suitable for both professionals and amateurs.

FILA has also invested heavily in the creation and development of new footwear models. Through its Dass Creation Center (Brazil), the largest footwear development center in Latin America, FILA has created high-performance tennis shoes called the Cage Delirium. The brand is already working on updated models for next year.

According to Felipe Rosa, marketing manager for FILA in Latin America, the sponsorship of a tournament at the level of Rio Open, is an important and strategic step in the growth of the brand:

"Fila has a long history and tradition in the sport and to become the official sports brand of the biggest tennis tournament of South America, gives us a unique opportunity to increase our development in the category, by delivering products with high quality and performance to tennis lovers,” explained Rosa.

FILA announced a variety of major partnerships in 2016. The brand resumed its partnership with Fernando Meligeni, current ambassador for tennis in Brazil, and FILA signed sponsorship agreements with athletes including Karolina Pliskova (#6 WTA), John Isner (#19 ATP) and Croatia’s Marin Cilic, who is currently the number #6 ranked player on the ATP World Tour. FILA is also a sponsor of the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, the Rogers Cup and Coupe Rogers, the Brazil Open, the Brazil Open Series, the Argentina Open, and the FILA Cup Buenos Aires. In addition to event partnerships, FILA is also an official supplier to Tennis Canada.

(FILA North America) - In 2015, FILA brought the Bubbles back out of the vault, for the first time in nearly two decades. The model was the most requested by consumers and devoted fans of the brand. While the silhouette was an instant success that year, the OG release, which is considered to be a very rare gem for the vintage/collector, still continues to be a craze on resell markets like eBay. For a brand like FILA, a silhouette like this comes down to pure timing. This time around, with the OG Black colorway, FILA opts to expand on pairs and sizes. This release will be available nationwide on December 16 in both men’s and kid’s sizes.

The origin of the model's name is apparent with its four pods, bearing the word FILA in a lateral format. While the model's side design is the most recognizable feature, another important detail is the outer lacing system, which proves to be a distinctive feature. The pair is made up of a trio of materials including mesh, FILA buck and tumbled leather. Aside from the descending FILA branding on the upper, there is a unique diamond logo on the tongue and FILA "F" on the back ankle pull.

This release will feature an original Black/White/Red colorway. The pairs will come in a custom draw box with branded tissue paper. Retail for this release is $100 for men’s and $75 for kids.

(FILA North America) – FILA and Brooklyn-based boutique Premium Goods, have come together to create a golden version of the Original Tennis.The retailer first opened its doors in Brooklyn back in 2002, followed by a space in Houston in 2004. To kick off their 15 year anniversary in 2017, Premium Goods has linked with FILA, on a footwear design that gives a nod to the borough that established them. With Brooklyn in mind, it was clear the Original Tennis silhouette was the perfect choice. Though its known as an iconic tennis shoe, it has adapted other personalities, allowing different walks of life to identify with this style.

The silhouette features an all gold leather upper that sits atop a white midsole and gum outsole. Up close, the premium golden leather offers a metallic look that is sure to turn heads whether you’re walking in the streets of Brooklyn or traveling across the globe. The next time someone poses the question, “Where Brooklyn At,” this can be your new golden answer. Additional design details include dual lace options in navy and biking red hues, which also appear in the logo, collar lining, and back tongue. The collaboration's coolest feature is the insole, which displays the names of Brooklyn neighborhoods like Bushwick, Williamsburg, Park Slope, Coney Island, Bensonhurst, and Bed-Stuy.

(FILA Korea) – FILA Korea recently unveiled an online pictorial with StyleX Magazine. The shoot, dubbed "FILA 2017 Back To School (COURT DELUXE)," featured popular boy band group, TEEN TOP. The piece included a variety of images as well as video footage, designed to speak to the 10 - 20's age group, as students are gearing up for the 2017 school semester.

Within the pictorial, TEEN TOP members and Niel and Changjo wore FILA's COURT DELUXE footwear, as well as SS17 apparel and accessories including the brand's long-sleeve tops and backpacks. The stylish looks highlighted the bright, cheerful and charismatic qualities of these teen idols. TEEN TOP is not only one of the most famous boy bands among the 10-20 year-old demographic, but the group is also leading the Korean wave and recently held a successful Christmas concert in Japan.

Within the "FILA 2017 Back To School (COURT DELUXE)" shoot, Niel, who has the largest fan base and does the main vocals, and Changjo, who is a multi-talented entertainer and often the center of attention, shined throughout the pictorial. The participation of renowned photographer Zo Sun-Hi attracted even more attention to the shoot.

The FILA COURT DELUXE shoes served as the highlight of the shoot. The footwear has been extremely popular among fans in their teens and twenties and continues to sell out since it first launched in the FW16 season. FILA's SS17 backpacks matched back to the COURT DELUXE shoes. The backpacks are also expected to receive a good response from this customer base due to the simple design, with square type, elegant colors and superior durability.

Beginning on December 23, the "FILA 2017 Back To School (COURT DELUXE)" pictorial featuring FILA and TEEN TOP members Niel and Changjo can be viewed on various channels, including FILA Korea's official Facebook and Instagram pages, Korea's online media, major websites and on social media.

The design of FILA Pop Up Store is based on the container house. Although the shape is simple, the theme of tennis is tennis and the unique tennis culture of FILA will be displayed. During the event, a variety of tennis sportswear will be sold. Do not miss it!

(FILA North America) - With the holiday season quickly approaching FILA cooked up something special with the "Stuffing" T-1 Mid. Since its return to the marketplace just two seasons ago, the T-1 Mid has been one of FILA's core standouts. This Friday a brand new colorway drops just in time, inspired by the Thanksgiving mainstay dish. The upper of the mid-top shoe is dressed in a wheat smooth suede, with the exception of the leather detailing along the back counter. The pair sits atop a white midsole and gum outsole. The closer details show a standard tonal stitching, variation eyerow, leather sock liner and tongue. Branding appears above the tonal flag, back counter, tongue, midsole and outsole. The flat lace options tie the uppers tonal look together.

Pairs will only be available in men's sizes.

Release Date: 11/18

Price $80

(FILA Global) - FILA sponsored tennis athlete Karolina Pliskova and the Czech Republic team, have defeated France to win the 2016 Fed Cup title. This marks the second Fed Cup crown for Pliskova, as she also helped lead the Czech team to victory in 2015. During this year's final, Pliskova secured an impressive a 6-3 4-6 16-14 win over Kristina Mladenovic, with the longest ever third set played in a Fed Cup final. Her doubles victory with teammate Borbara Strycova, sealed the title for the Czech Republic.

The Czech Republic continues its dominance in Fed Cup play. With this victory, the team captured its fifth title in six years and third consecutive title. Pliskova is currently the top ranked Czech player and the #6 ranked player on the WTA Tour.​​​

The Fed Cup win caps off a successful 2016 season for Pliskova. She also won the Western & Southern Open title in Cincinnati and she was a women's singles finalist at the US Open.

(FILA Global) - FILA sponsored tennis athlete Marin Cilic, captured the 2016 Swiss Indoors Title in Basel, Switzerland. Cilic defeated Kei Nishikori in straight sets to claim the victory. This marks Marin’s second title of the season. In August, he was crowned the men’s singles champion at the Western & Southern Open in Cincinnati.

Cilic has also qualified for the ATP World Tour Finals in London, set to take place from November 13-20 at The O2 in London. He secured his spot following his a third-round win over David Goffin on at the BNP Paribas Masters in Paris, ​

Cilic first joined the FILA family when he was 16 years old, as a junior player. After a few years apart, he reunited with the brand, signing a sponsorship agreement with FILA prior to the 2016 U.S. Open.

(FILA Brazil) - Known as one of the main and most beautiful street races of the country, the 20th Rio de Janeiro International Half Marathon (organized by Yescom), will take place next Sunday, October 16. FILA, the official sports brand of the race, will have a strong presence and promote simultaneous activations during the week of the event.

Among the elite athletes sponsored by FILA, the highlight in the male category is Kenyan Willian Kibor, who used to run in the city and was the champion of a race in Rio, held in May. He will be followed by his fellow citizen Daniel Kiprotich, as well as Ethiopian Dawit Fikadu Admasu, champion of the São Silvestre in 2014. The female elite athletes will include Kenyan runners Alice Cherotich, Serser Milgo and Leah Jerotich, who is also the champion of an event in Rio. The African team is led by Brazilian coach Moacir Marconi (also known as Coquinho).

The athletes will wear the KR3 - Kenya Racer 3 performance running shoe, the official shoe of the event and one of the lighter models available in the market that provides comfort and ventilation. The footwear won two awards this October: Best Purchase (from Contra Relógio magazine) and Best Cost Benefit (from Go Outside magazine).

In addition to the FILA Running Team, FILA invited 20 opinion leaders in the running market, including 10 from São Paulo and 10 from Rio de Janeiro, to participate in an activation named #FilaRio21K. The initiative was launched by the brand in August 2016, six weeks before the event, to showcase their preparation to the race.

During the Race Kit pick-up (October 12th, 13th and 14th from 10am to 8pm and on October 15th, from 9am to 5pm) at Centauro Full Size Store (Av. das Américas, 900 - Barra da Tijuca), FILA will promote a speed test, where those registered in the event can try the official shoe of the event (KR3 - Kenya Racer 3t).

With a presence in the running world in Brazil for over 10 years, FILA highlights the importance of supporting this category. "Running is one of the strategic principles of FILA brand positioning, and the universe of running has been increasing a lot over the last years. We are monitoring each step, developing high quality products planned to offer the best performance to professional and amateur athletes," said Felipe Rosa, Marketing Manager of FILA Brazil.

About FILA
FILA is an Italian brand, created in 1911, present in more than 50 countries. In Brazil, it offers performance products for sports such as Running and Tennis, and an exclusive line for functional training called FILA Cross Training (FXT), which gathers performance, technology and style. It also has lines that talk to Lifestyle, inspired in the brand's origins, besides mixing style to sportswear.

The brand sponsors events in their main modalities such as Brazil Open, ATP Challenge Tour Finals, Masters 1000 Indian Wells, Toronto and Montreal Masters 1000 and Orange Bowl in the tennis market and the International São Paulo Marathon and International Rio de Janeiro Half Marathon in the street running segment. Besides FILA Running Team, FILA sponsors the African high performance running team.

About Grupo Dass
Specialized in sports Brands Management and Industrial Solutions, Grupo Dass annually produces 12.5 million pairs of shoes and 5 million clothing pieces, and counts on more than 12 thousand employees acting in Brazil and Latin America. Besides FILA, the company manages other sports brands.

(FILA Germany) - In time for the upcoming ski season, FILA has teamed up with Slovenian alpine ski racer and double Olympic gold medalist, Tina Maze, to present the perfect at-home Winter workout.


The power workout, which has been specially developed for FILA by Tina Maze and is now being presented on the new FILA blog at www.fila.de/blog​, optimally prepares all skiers and non-skiers for the coming Winter season. Based on targeted combinations of strengthening and stability exercises, the workout trains all muscle groups, particularly those used in skiing. To make the exercises accessible to anyone interested in the sport, Tina Maze explains and demonstrates a total of 20 exercises, in 60-90-second videos.


When teaming up with the alpine ski racer, FILA also developed a range of functional, sporty outfits. Currently, the exclusive FILA Collection by Tina Maze can be ordered from the online shop at www.fila.de​. The stylish fitness collection for women includes tank tops, t-shirts, shorts, tights and zipper-jackets.


The partnership between FILA and the Olympic gold medallist and world champion Tina Maze dates back to 2013. Maze is a popular and successful athlete who has been voted "Athlete of the Year" five times in her home country. She is regarded as the perfect all-rounder and belongs to that small circle of ski athletes who were able to win important World Cup races in all five disciplines.

(FILA GLOBAL) - FILA tennis athletes Karolina Pliskova, Yaroslava Shvedova and Timea Babos have qualified for the WTA Finals in Singapore, to be held from October 23 - 30.


Pliskova is capping off a successful 2016 season, which included a recent trip to the US Open women's singles finals. This marks her WTA Finals debut, having qualified in both singles and doubles. FILA doubles pair Shvedova and Babos, are also headed to Singapore. After developing a partnership earlier this year, the duo will aim to continue their dominant play in this season finale. Among their 2016 highlights was reaching the women's doubles finals in Wimbledon.


Pliskova, Shvedova and Babos will each be outiftted in the new Court Couture collection when play begins in Singapore. The FILA Court Couture line is all about French designer-inspired suiting, with its feminine ruching, fashion-forward draping, and elegant, gold finishing touches. The collection's sports luxe vibe has been paired with high-performance details like built-in bras and stretch sporty knits, for the perfect melding of fashion and function.


The complete Court Couture range consists of five silhouettes of tops, two skorts, a short, two dresses, a jacket, and a tight. With classic black and white hues at the forefront, the featured styles set to debut on Pliskova, Shvedova and Babos will include the Court Couture halter tank, designed with contrast colors at the armhole, neckband, hem, and straps. The top will be paired with the Court Couture skort, created with a contrast color waistband, hem and pocket welts, with FILA engraved snaps on the pockets. The Court Couture jacket serves as the statement piece of the line, with its runway-inspired silhouette, zip front with a gold lock down puller and FILA engraved snaps at the welt pockets.

The Court Couture collection will be available beginning November 1 on FILA.com​​ and at tennis specialty retailers in the United States and Canada.

(FILA North America) -- FILA's rich history in running silhouettes dates back a few decades. In the vast vault of silhouettes, you will find many classic looks that still fit on the feet of today's world. One being the Overpass, a runner which debuted back in 1993. The silhouette would find its way out of the vault back in 2014, 21 years after its original release. In April of this year, the Overpass received its first moderation, with the Overpass 2.0. The pair featured its normal clean upper but with the addition of the extended sock liner.

This Friday (9/16) the Overpass 2.0 Fusion will make its debut as FILA continues to make modern updates to select models (i.e. - Mindbender F, Original Tennis 2.0). The Overpass 2.0 Fusion's first release will see it dressed in the "Let It Reign" colorway which features the traditional colors of FILA (White/Navy/Red). Most notably consumers will see the no-sew construction on the upper which also features open air mesh a pearlized molded overlays. Product highlights include a molded TPU structure at the collar, a deconstructed counter, die-cut EVA midsole and solid ice rubber outsole. the Overpass 2.0 Fusion will retail for $80.

(FILA Global) - Congratulations to FILA sponsored athlete Karolina Pliskova, for reaching the women's singles finals at the 2016 US Open. Pliskova joined the FILA family earlier this year, and this marked her first career trip to a Grand Slam final. Pliskova's impressive run in New York City included a semifinal round win over top-seeded Serena Williams.

Pliskova’s successful Grand Slam journey was preceded by a victory at the Western & Southern Open in Cincinnati last month, where she captured the women’s singles title, her first WTA premier title.

Throughout the US Open, Pliskova was dressed in the FILA tennis Heritage collection on-court, as well as the company's performance tennis shoe, the Cage Delirium. Visit www.FILA.com​ to see the full colleciton of tennis apparel and footwear.

(FILA North America) - FILA and Urban Outiftters presented College Night tonight, at the UO Cambridge location. The evening featured a special musical performance, headlined by Shura, with local musician Carolyn Flaherty as the opening act. Flaherty was selected to perform through a local contest held earlier this month. The event marked the culmination of the FILA + UO Fall 2016 campaign.

FILA and Urban Outfitters recently launched their latest collaboration for Fall 2016, with a line of apparel inspired by FILA’s history in extreme sports. To shop to complete collection, visit UrbanOutfitters.com​.

(FILA North America) - FILA teamed up with 2013 Wimbledon champion Marion Bartoli earlier this year, to launch the LOVE FILA BY MARION BARTOLI collection. In time for the season’s final Grand Slam in New York City, the collaboration continues with an updated range of luxe tennis fashions, exclusive to Neiman Marcus. The new LOVE FILA BY MARION BARTOLI “Court Central Collection” takes sartorial cues from the Big Apple, with a set of styles that shine as bright as the city lights.


“We are thrilled to partner with a retailer like Neiman Marcus,” said Danny Lieberman, Senior Vice President of Apparel at FILA North America. “Together with Marion, we’ve designed something special for their clientele, with a collection that radiates boldness and fun, while still delivering on performance.


Lieberman continued, “The “Court Central Collection” serves as a love letter to New York, one of Bartoli’s favorite cities, with an aesthetic that echoes its excitement and energy. The apparel fuses high-fashion with sports fashion, for winning designs that will score style points both on and off-the-court.”


Highlighted by red, white and blue hues, the line includes classic silhouettes as well as standout styles. Bartoli’s signature tennis ball emoji design is accompanied by decorative elements associated with the city. The “Court Central” dress and bomber jacket are the collection’s statement pieces, each embellished with pops of colorful, New York centric details like the skyline, a NYC taxi cab, and notable street signs.


“The LOVE FILA collection offers a range styles for our customers who enjoy blending performance and fashion,” says Neiman Marcus Senior Vice President, GMM, Lisa Kazor. “The eight #OnlyatNM styles playfully incorporate New York City's most iconic elements--a slight wink to our future home.”


”The new LOVE FILA line is marked by chic and sporty styles that will take women from center court to the city streets,” said Marion Bartoli. “I’ve put my heart and soul into this collection and to have my designs in Neiman Marcus is a testament to our hard work and a dream come true for me.”


The eight-piece line includes a dress, bomber jacket, sleeveless polo, tank top, skort, and tights. Prices range from $120 for the “Court Central” skort to $280 for the “Court Central” jacket.

The LOVE FILA BY MARION BARTOLI “Court Central Collection” will be available exclusively at the Neiman Marcus Roosevelt Field retail location and online at NeimanMarcus.com.

(FILA North America) - FILA and Urban Outfitters are excited to launch their latest collaboration, inspired by FILA’s history in extreme sports, with motocross influences at the forefront for this Fall 2016 collection.


Updating signature styles from FILA’s storied past has reintroduced FILA’s brand story to the modern Urban Outfitters customer; tennis legends of the 1970’s served as inspiration for last year’s inaugural FILA+UO line.


“Urban Outfitters’ customers have embraced FILA’s heritage with interest and excitement,” said Danny Lieberman, Senior Vice President of Apparel at FILA North America. “The Fall 2016 FILA + UO offerings evoke a perfect balance of the traditional and the innovative, with a collection full of silhouettes derived from FILA’s influence in the sport of motocross, beginning in the 1980’s and continuing through the 1990’s and early 2000’s.”


“Urban Outfitters is thrilled to have such an iconic brand partner with us again this season,” said Gabrielle Conforti, General Merchandise Manager at Urban Outfitters. “We’re really excited about the end result of this exclusive capsule and we think our customers will be as well.”


The latest lineup includes nine new styles for women. To capture the motocross motif, details reminiscent of racing stripes and emblems adorn fitted jackets, form-fitting dresses, cropped tanks, sweaters, and leggings. The Fall 2016 FILA + UO collection is highlighted by the woven Moto Sport Jacket, designed with a sporty, vintage flair, in maroon, white and navy hues. Prices range from $39 for the Fiesta Cropped Tee to $179 for the Moto Sport Jacket.


The FILA + UO pieces are exclusive to Urban Outfitters and will be available in-store beginning August 22 and online at UrbanOutfitters.com, beginning August 29​​.

The Fall line will also be featured in a new ad campaign shot on the Princeton University campus. The campaign will appear on billboards within top markets, including a month long takeover of the Walgreens building in Times Square (aka the building where the ball drops on New Year’s Eve).

The campaign will culminate in a special music performance, presented by FILA and Urban Outfitters and headlined by Shura, at the UO Cambridge location on September 7. The concert will also feature a local college band as the opening act, selected through a local contest held earlier this month.

(FILA North America) – This season’s FILA Heritage tennis collections for both women and men feature a beautiful fusion of FILA’s time-honored silhouettes with modern elements. Each line offers a selection of styles inspired by the brand’s heritage in the sport. Classic cuts and colorways are enhanced by fresh new details, for an evolved take on timeless FILA looks. FILA’s sponsored athletes will debut the Heritage collections on-court in New York City.

On the women’s side, black stands in for navy in FILA’s traditional color palette, joining the classic shades of red and white. The Heritage collection consists of six different tops, including four tanks, as well as cap sleeve and ¾ long sleeve styles. Pieces are designed with color-blocked patterns and contemporary blurred stripes to create a flattering silhouette and offer a modern aesthetic. The bottoms, including a pleated skort in red and black color options as well as a black short with a stylish striped belt, allow for easy coordination with any of the collection’s tops. Two flattering Heritage dresses with curve-defining cut lines and color blocked patterns, bring fresh femininity to the classic FILA design. Rounding out the collection is the FILA Heritage jacket, which steals the show with its high cropped, waist-accentuating peplum.

The women’s Heritage line retails from $50 to $90 and is available on FILA.com as well as at tennis specialty retailers in the United States and Canada.

The men’s Heritage collection features a fresh new take on FILA’s staple crewnecks, polo shirts, short, and pant styles. While classic red, white, and blue shades are plucked directly from the brand’s archives, new details such as pinstriped textured mesh, ergonomic seam lines, contemporary patterns, and high-quality stretch fabric give the iconic collection a fresh and updated style.

The line features five different silhouettes of tops, including three crewneck options and two polos shirts. The Heritage short, offered in both white and navy hues, pairs back to each top. The collection would not be complete without the iconic Heritage jacket, which now sports a pinstripe pattern and a raised rubber logo.

The men’s Heritage line retails from $48 to $90 and is available on FILA.com as well as at tennis specialty retailers in the United States and Canada.

(FILA Global) - FILA announced today that it has signed an endorsement agreement with ATP World Tour player, Marin Cilic. Cilic joins the company’s legendary lineup of tennis athletes who have represented the brand on-court.

“We are excited to welcome Marin back to FILA,” said Gene Yoon, Global Chairman at FILA. “Reuniting with a champion like Marin reinforces our commitment to tennis as a key category. We have known Marin for many years and we are completely aligned in our core values of hard work, team spirit and family. We are delighted to have Marin wearing our brand again and we look forward to supporting his efforts to rise to the very top of the sport.”

Cilic, 27, is the #9 ranked player on the ATP World Tour. He turned pro in 2005 and has garnered 15 ATP singles titles. Cilic achieved a career-high ranking of #8 in 2014, following his US Open win. Recently, he captured the men’s singles title at the 2016 Western & Southern Open in Cincinnati.

“I am so happy to rejoin the FILA family,” said Marin Cilic. “I spent many years at the beginning of my career with FILA and I had such a nice relationship with the brand. It started when I was 16 and in the second week of my partnership with FILA, I won the French Open junior title. It was already a big sign of a successful and beautiful relationship. We’ve been apart for the past few years, but I could not be more thrilled to be back with FILA just in time for the US Open. I’m honored to join a team of players that are not only great ambassadors of FILA, but of tennis as well.”

As part of the multiyear partnership, Cilic will debut the FILA Heritage collection on-court in New York City, the site of his Grand Slam victory. FILA is also working to transition Cilic into the company’s new Cage Delirium performance tennis shoe.

Cilic continued, “On the tennis court, I’m looking forward to wearing FILA. I’m the kind of player that likes to showcase a classy and elegant style and that’s also the kind of tennis that I try to play. Combining those qualities with FILA’s Heritage line is an ideal match.”

FILA has a long and distinguished history in the world of tennis that continues with endorsements of ATP World Tour and WTA Tour athletes. FILA is a sponsor of the BNP Paribas Open, the Hall of Fame Tennis Championships and the Junior Orange Bowl International Tennis Championship. In addition to event partnerships, FILA is an official supplier to Tennis Canada, Junior Tennis Champions Center, Van der Meer Tennis, John Newcombe Tennis Ranch, and the Kim Clijsters Academy in Belgium.

The FILA® brand was established over a century ago by the FILA brothers of Biella, Italy. FILA® is now a leading sport and leisure footwear and apparel brand that is distributed worldwide. FILA has achieved world-class recognition in tennis by marketing high design and style content products that are endorsed by professional athletes from around the world.

(FILA North America) – This season’s FILA Heritage tennis collections for both women and men feature a beautiful fusion of FILA’s time-honored silhouettes with modern elements. Each line offers a selection of styles inspired by the brand’s heritage in the sport. Classic cuts and colorways are enhanced by fresh new details, for an evolved take on timeless FILA looks. FILA’s sponsored athletes will debut the Heritage collections on-court in New York City.

On the women’s side, black stands in for navy in FILA’s traditional color palette, joining the classic shades of red and white. The Heritage collection consists of six different tops, including four tanks, as well as cap sleeve and ¾ long sleeve styles. Pieces are designed with color-blocked patterns and contemporary blurred stripes to create a flattering silhouette and offer a modern aesthetic. The bottoms, including a pleated skort in red and black color options as well as a black short with a stylish striped belt, allow for easy coordination with any of the collection’s tops. Two flattering Heritage dresses with curve-defining cut lines and color blocked patterns, bring fresh femininity to the classic FILA design. Rounding out the collection is the FILA Heritage jacket, which steals the show with its high cropped, waist-accentuating peplum.

The women’s Heritage line retails from $50 to $90 and is available on FILA.com as well as at tennis specialty retailers in the United States and Canada.

The men’s Heritage collection features a fresh new take on FILA’s staple crewnecks, polo shirts, short, and pant styles. While classic red, white, and blue shades are plucked directly from the brand’s archives, new details such as pinstriped textured mesh, ergonomic seam lines, contemporary patterns, and high-quality stretch fabric give the iconic collection a fresh and updated style.

The line features five different silhouettes of tops, including three crewneck options and two polos shirts. The Heritage short, offered in both white and navy hues, pairs back to each top. The collection would not be complete without the iconic Heritage jacket, which now sports a pinstripe pattern and a raised rubber logo.

The men’s Heritage line retails from $48 to $90 and is available on FILA.com as well as at tennis specialty retailers in the United States and Canada.

(FILA North America) - FILA's Fall 2016 Heritage designs for men and women reference the boldness of earlier eras in FILA fashion, reviving classic silhouettes and marrying influences from the past, with a fresh update.

The Fall 2016 line reinterprets the classics, through a range of vintage-inspired styles that offer an evolved take on iconic FILA looks. Pieces combine elements like the brand’s iconic red, peacoat and white hues, legenedary logo and signature silhouettes, with updated fabrics, modern cuts, and details like color blocking that are trending in the fashion world.

The Fall ’16 men’s collection features a blend of classic tees, polo shirts, hoodies, jackets and pants, as well as velour track suit styles. Prices range from $25 for logo tees to $100 for a windjacket. The women’s collection consists of tanks, crop tees, crop polos, bodysuits, crop sweatshirts, jackets, leggings, skirts, dresses, and joggers. Prices range from $38 for a halter tank to $150 for a puffer jacket. Accessories such as bucket hats and shoulder bags round out the collection.

(FILA Hong Kong) - Since the launch of his career back in the early 2000s, fashion designer Jason Wu has created a fashion empire that is defined by his ability to combine unique innovations with classic elegance and eclectic energy. Wu’s new​​ collection for FILA Hong Kong seamlessly combines elements of two great designers – drawing inspiration from the clean lines, classic fringe and bold colors found in the FILA archives, and reimagining them with new geometric patterns, stylish cuts, and a bold color pattern that, when combined, makes for a truly unique and sophisticated collection that brings the 1960s into the modern world.

The FILA x Jason Wu women’s collection is defined by its unique combination of asymmetrical cuts, fabrics, and patterns that blend vintage FILA styles with contemporary silhouettes. Included in the collection are four tennis dresses, two tops, a skort, and a pant, which each sport a different color blocked pattern as well as bold lines of varying thickness and color. The show-stopping piece comes in the form of an ultra-feminine interpretation of the classic FILA tennis dress, which combines a smooth, form-fitting top, with a flirty pleated skirt, and an overlapping body piece. The mixture of fabrics and irregular stitching makes for a remarkable silhouette that creates a sense of depth, while keeping a visually optimized ratio.

The men’s FILA x Jason Wu line features a selection of polos, crewnecks, pants, and shorts in various combinations of white, black and grey – a design element that allows users to mix and match different pieces with ease. Various color blocking patterns and added geometric details in red, yellow, and blue gives each item its own unique flair, while remaining sophisticated and versatile. A black jacket with white piping on the wrists and waist rounds out the collection in stylish sophistication, making it the perfect addition to an autumn wardrobe.

The FILA x Jason Wu collection will be available this fall at select retail locations in Hong Kong, as well as online at www.fila.com.hk/. More information and photos about the collaboration may be found on FILA Hong Kong’s official site​, as well as their Facebook​ and Instagram​ pages.

About FILA:
Founded in 1911, FILA is an Italian sportswear and lifestyle brand with a rich and diverse history. Throughout its 105 years as a brand, FILA has had the opportunity to design athletic wear for some of the finest athletes in tennis, golf, skiing, basketball, and baseball. The brand is especially well known for its ability to produce clothing that combines comfort and aesthetics in one, using high quality materials and expert tailoring. Today, FILA products can be found in over 30 countries including Italy, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, China, Japan, Korea, Brazil, and the United States.

About Jason Wu:
Jason Wu (吴季刚) was born in 1983 in Taiwan. As a student, Wu had the opportunity to learn and study in a number of iconic cities across the world including Tokyo, Canada, and France, before moving to New York City to study at the Parsons School of Design. After graduation, Wu began working at the Narcisco Rodriguez studio. In February 2006, Wu released his first personal collection, which was met with praise by fashion critics and buyers alike. He quickly became one of New York's most exciting young designers, and was given the opportunity to design a dress for Michelle Obama, America's first lady. Today, Wu regularly designs for celebrities and political figures alike, and also lends his talents to collaborative collections with international brands. Jason is affectionately known as "the light of Taiwan."