Adidas Retro First-Generation Signature Shoe
🔹 Product Overview
| Specification | Details |
| Name | adidas Billie Jean King |
| SKU | KH9857 |
| Suggested Retail Price | $110 |
| Expected Release Date | 2026 |
adidas has brought back a classic reinterpretation of Billie Jean King's signature shoe from 1974. This design traces its roots to the famous 1973 "Battle of the Sexes," where King won in straight sets, reshaping the landscape of women's tennis.
The modern classic design stays true to the Retro Tennis aesthetic, featuring a soft off-white suede material. Compared to the popular Samba, this shoe offers a unique perspective through its rich historical details. It has already made early appearances in select European channels.
🔹 Design Details Checklist
- ▫️ Tongue Label: A thick leather tag with an illustration of King, celebrating a trailblazer for women's empowerment.
- ▫️ Heel Design: Gold signature paired with the three-set winning scores (6-4, 6-3, 6-3).
- ▫️ Exclusive Mark: The insole features her motto "Pressure Is a Privilege."
- ▫️ Classic Silhouette: Zigzag three stripes with a low-profile retro tennis sole.
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