adidas x Sporty & Rich Handball Spezial

Retro tennis with quiet luxury - adidas x Sporty & Rich

The adidas Originals x Sporty & Rich collaboration returns to the courts for the Spring/Summer 2025 season with the Court Collection / Court Pack capsule. Headlining the collection are the adidas Blanc sneaker - a reworked 1970s tennis classic in smooth leather with suede 3-stripes - and the 2000s-era Adizero Adios 1 running model, which mixes performance with a nostalgic look. The color palette keeps the "country-club" vibe: Court Green, Collegiate Navy, Off-White, and Pure White, giving it a premium but still sporty feel. The collection is rounded out with "off-court" clothing in minimalist cuts - windbreakers, hoodies, biker shorts, rib socks and small accessories - ready for the court and urban brunch. Typical is the subtle Sporty & Rich logo, clean lines and emphasis on comfort, which hits the quiet luxury trend in sports fashion exactly.

From indoor top to global streetwear icon - adidas Handball Spezial

The adidas Handball Spezial is one of the greatest jewels of the adidas Originals division . These sneakers first appeared in 1979 in what was then West Germany, where they were designed as an elite shoe for handball players. At the time, handball required a specific stability that could withstand the extreme stress of rotations on a hard indoor surface. However, it didn't take long for the model to conquer British football stadiums and become a mainstay of the terrace subculture thanks to its unmistakable aesthetic . Today, Spezialas are a symbol of effortless urban style and stand alongside legends like Samba and Gazelle in the popularity charts.

Premium materials and technology proven over decades

Whatmakes Spezial special is the emphasis on premium craftsmanship. The shoe's upper is traditionally made of ultra-fine brushed suede, complemented by the iconic three stripes and gold Spezial lettering on the side, which adds a touch of luxury to the shoe. The key hallmark is the low-profile rubber sole with a subtle pattern, originally designed for maximum grip on parquet floors but now providing perfect stability on the city pavement. The typical T-toe reinforcement gives the shoe an iconic profile and increases its durability for everyday wear.

Interesting fact: The status symbol of the European Casuals

Football fans used to travel around Europe to visit their clubs, bringing back these rare models from trips to Germany, which were not available in Britain at the time. This made the Speziala status symbol of refined taste. Today, this silhouette is sought after for its authentic vintage look and its ability to complement both technical cargo trousers and more formal outfits perfectly. It's a shoe for those who appreciate a timeless classic that continues to dictate trends on the streets of the world's metropolises.