The International Tennis Hall of Fame (ITHF), Packer Shoes and FILA have collaborated on two limited-edition sneaker styles set to debut this week during the Hall of Fame Tennis Championships. This is the first lifestyle footwear collaboration for the ITHF and partnering with Packer Shoes, which first began in 1907 in Yonkers, NY, and FILA, which has a rich heritage in tennis and role as a trendsetter in sneaker culture, is a natural fit.
The limited edition sneaker collaboration features two FILA Classic Tennis models. The T-1 Mid was designed with an all over Sycamore green suede upper, while the Original Tennis shoe features an off-white suede upper and Sycamore/FILA Red tumbled leather flag (very Gucci-esque!). Both feature a gum bottom and terry lining with a special International Tennis Hall of Fame footbed, a Packer embroidered detail back collar and comes wrapped in custom packaging.
The ITHF will premiere the footwear during the Hall of Fame Tennis Championships this week. The shoes will be at Packer retail location in Teaneck, NJ (a must-visit for sneaker junkies) and online, beginning on July 18. The T1-Mid and Original Tennis pairs will retail for $110. A portion of the proceeds of sales of the shoe will be donated to junior tennis programs at the International Tennis Hall of Fame.
The shoes will also be front and center on the runway this Thursday at the Alex and Ani Ladies Day Runway Show and Champagne Brunch featuring styles from Brooks Brothers and FILA. The runway show will unfold on the Horseshoe Court with brunch on the piazza and wine from Carolyn’s Sakonnet Vineyards from 9-11am. At the event, you’ll also see a new clothing collaboration by FILA and the ITHF. Tickets still available, CLICK HERE for details.
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