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Fila brings Italian sporting heritage to contemporary streetwear since 1911. From the cult Disruptor II chunky trainers and iconic Grant Hill basketball shoes to classic White Line tennis apparel and retro track jackets, find authentic Italian design with the distinctive red, navy and white F-Box logo.

Founded by brothers Ettore and Giansevero Fila in Biella, Italy, the brand transformed from textile manufacturing to sporting excellence in 1973 with their revolutionary White Line tennis collection. Worn by legends like Björn Borg and embraced by British terrace culture in the 1980s, Fila continues to blend vintage aesthetics with modern streetwear appeal.

What Makes Fila Special?

Fila revolutionised tennis fashion in the 1970s by introducing colour to a sport dominated by all-white attire. The brand’s White Line collection, designed by Pierluigi Rolando, brought sophisticated Italian styling to athletic wear while maintaining the technical performance needed for professional sport.

Beyond tennis courts, Fila gained significant cultural significance during Britain’s casual and terrace movements of the 1980s. Football fans adopted pieces like the Settanta tracksuit and Terrinda jacket as symbols of continental style and quality. This heritage positioning continues today, making Fila a respected choice for those who understand authentic sportswear culture.

Current Best-Selling Models

The Disruptor II leads as Fila’s most recognisable silhouette, originally launched in the 1990s but experiencing massive popularity resurgence. This chunky “dad shoe” features the distinctive platform sole with razor-edge design and premium leather uppers, available in classic white or bold colourways.

Popular models currently include:

How Do Fila Sizes Fit?

Fila generally runs true to size for clothing with consistent measurements that align with standard UK sizing. Women’s sizes correspond to UK dress sizes 8-18, while men’s clothing follows chest measurements from 34-36″ (Small) through to 58-60″ (4XL).

For trainers, Fila typically runs slightly small, especially in popular models like the Disruptor II. Most customers find success going up half a size from their normal UK size, particularly if they have wider feet. The chunky construction can feel tight initially, so sizing up provides better comfort for extended wear.

Fila Size Guide

Men’s Clothing

SizeChest (cm)Chest (inches)Waist (cm)Waist (inches)Hip (cm)Hip (inches)
S91–9636–38″76–8130–32″90–9535–37″
M97–10238–40″82–8732–34″96–10138–40″
L103–10840–42″88–9335–37″102–10740–42″
XL109–11443–45″94–9937–39″108–11342–44″
XXL115–12045–47″100–10539–41″114–11944–47″

Women’s Clothing

SizeUK Dress SizeBust (cm)Bust (inches)Waist (cm)Waist (inches)Hip (cm)Hip (inches)
XS6–878–8231–32″62–6624–26″86–9034–36″
S8–1083–8833–35″67–7226–28″91–9636–38″
M10–1289–9435–37″73–7829–31″97–10238–40″
L12–1495–10037–39″79–8431–33″103–10840–42″
XL14–16101–10639–42″85–9033–35″109–11442–45″

How to Measure

Fit Notes: Fila garments run true to size in casual styles; for fitted athletic lines, consider sizing up if you prefer less restriction or plan to layer base layers underneath.

Caring for Your Fila Gear

Different Fila items require specific care approaches based on their construction and materials. For clothing, always check individual care labels as tennis whites may need different treatment than streetwear pieces. Most cotton and synthetic blends can be machine washed at 30°C with standard detergent.

For trainer care:

Canvas and synthetic trainers can be machine washed, but leather models like premium Disruptors should be spot cleaned with appropriate leather cleaners to maintain their quality and appearance.

Student Discount

Student Discount

UK students can recieve a 10% student discount.

At checkout, use ue a valident student email address ending ac.uk and apply coupon code:

STUDENT10