Vintage return

The boys from the Fila end have launched their bid for victory with the Tiebreak top among others. The vintage top sported by both McEnroe and Borg has wonderful stripe collar detail, cuffs and waistband with contrasting shoulder and bottom panels.

The top comes in a softer cotton finish and of course sport the Fila badge embroidered on the chest.

The top also comes in a colour called Chinese red as opposed the dark peacoat and has contrast grey panels on the bottom.

The improved quality of these garments cannot be underestimated, they really are a huge step forward for a label that has only ever dealt in massive strides ahead of the pack. The attention to detail and finish is sure to earn the label the respect some its designs really deserve.

The range also boasts the BB1 T-shirt which has smaller Italian white collars than on previous T-shirts, this top features the tight red placket with three matching popper fasteners and white banding on the bottom of each arm. A sheer finish on the fabric is of a far higher quality than before, the shirt also sports the double badge BJ style but with the numbers 76 on the furthest badge, the year the shirt was originally released.

The fabric adds a tighter finish to the garment and comes in navy or blue, which is more of an electric blue, with blue collars and white contrast placket and navy banding on the arms.

The Bjorna navy and blue tennis pants also boast a double badge this time with the number 80 on the far badge, along with two red and white contrast stripes on the hip of the trousers just by the pockets. These slim fit pants are a must for any tracksuit fans.

Rounding off the fight with a wining stroke the Johannesburg Pac-a-Macs is something special indeed.

Coming in navy with contrast red zip, blue with red zip and red with white, all the jackets boast a transparent logo, mesh inner lining and have zip up style fastening.

The two side pockets are double handy when it rains and the shower proof jacket will be a winter most of the year round, with our reliable summer weather.

Each jacket has a contrast lining with the blue sporting a yellow finish, the red has a navy and the navy has a white inner.

So time to take sides and get ready to rumble me thinks.

The summer of love is back thanks to Fila

IN many views it is classed as the greatest summer to ever grace this sceptred isle. The first flight of Concorde, the hottest summer on modern records, QPR nearly won the title, well that was my bit, but mainly the release of the Fila Settanta tracksuit. So does that mean that with the celebratory release of the 'new' 76 range mean we are set for another stunner of a summer? Let's hope so.

The top, which in many ways is the daddy of tracksuit tops, sported by the Swedish tennis king of Wimbledon Bjorn Borg, the modern version of the top sports the double badge synonymous with the Settanta, but replacing the BJ badge with the year of its origination.

Coming in the iconic red and navy versions, the range also sports a track jacket known as the blue Bjorna.

The Settanta has to be the first milestone in track suit tops since the item was originally invented for the Bayern Munich team, and with the legend that became Borg, Fila chose the right man to wear it.

The Settanta is possibly the most iconic mark for people to identify with and the red and navy tops come in a slim fit, with ribbed collar, cuffs and waistband, with white under arms and red or navy outer as well as main body.

Two pockets and the Fila badge on the main front zip, all you really have to do is slide your hands in the pockets once the garment is on and the halcyon days are rekindled.

It is very difficult to ion down the importance of this top, so it is nice that Fila have given it an second outing.

The Bjorna is the second in the range, classed as a Matchday jacket it comes in a new 'updated' colour of blue, a light blue with yellow banding across the top to the chest and blue and navy piping over the left shoulder.

The year badge is different in accordance with the jackets original release date, so the Bjorna MK2 sports 80 in the second badge.

The high collar and elasticated waistband make this a completely different beast the Mk1 and it is interesting to see where the fashion was going with tracksuit tops of the time, and prove this garment still holds its own.

Aquilani Fila Track top

Available in two colours this style is proving to be a Ace on and off the courts.Full zip raglan sleeve track jacket with contrast colour blocking.

A must for any Fila Collector: Coming soon

Love Jacket by Fila Vintage

It's been seen in THE FIRM, it's in all the latest fashion mags, its even in the shop window at the retro fashion shop Stuarts London. Now for the first time in over 20 years the jacket is back. Next season you will see a lemon and grey variation, for now enjoy the original in Navy with white contrast. If this isn't enough, you can match a pair of track bottoms to compliment. Stuarts London reports that the sell through has been excellent with this track jacket, and allot of the younger consumer have been buying the love jacket.

It's a neat track jacket simple in Navy body and white contrast cut and sew panel works. We can't think why its called Love jacket, is it because Film director Nick LOVE likes this jacket and seen about town wearing his, or is it simply because when you get a chance to try one on you will fall madly in LOVE with the LOVE jacket...

If anyone knows why the Love jacket is called this name, then post a comment the right answer will get rewarded.

Over and out for now folks more new Fila Vintage Products later this week.

In store: Fila Matchday Mark 3 'Terrinda' Jacket in Kelly Green

The green Terrinda's are now in-store, but be quick because numbers are very limited. As you probably know, the Terrinda Jacket is the rarest of the whole fila collection. Also known as the Matchday Mark 3, the name Terrinda comes from the fabric used to make this jacket and in the 80's it was the most expensive item to be introduced to the fila collection.

Stock is limited and production for this jacket is controlled by Fila so the high demand will not be completed, so order early to avoid disappointment.

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Custom Scooter: Fila Matchday Settanta Jacket paint job

Have a look at Jez and Lisa's 1989 Vespa PX200. They've kindly sent us pictures of their beloved scooter, specially painted in a Fila Matchday Settanta Jacket theme, and we think it looks great!

Jez has been into scooters since the mid eighties and always wanted a custom scooter but never really had time and money to build one - until now. And what a result, inspired by the eighties when everyone was wearing Ellese, Sergio Tacchini, Kappa and Fila.

Says Jez: "I only had at that time a navy Sergio track top and a royal blue Fila top as Mum's purse wasnt that big! The idea initially came from a friend, as I now have about 24 track tops, and after thinking about things I decided to have scoot sprayed as a Settanta Matchday jacket. The Settanta was probably the most recognised item of clothing at that time as Bjorn Borg was wearing the Settanta Matchday at Wimbledon."

The scooter features the words 'Be Someone' - a quote from the film 'The Business', from the scene when Danny Dyer's character looks into the clouds. 'Admired by many worn by few' is from the Fila advert featuring Danny and Tamer Hassan. The paint job was carried out by John Spurgeon at Aerographics of Norwich and the scooter was stripped and rebuilt by Jez at a cost of £4,500. Wow.

Many thanks to Jez and Lisa for sharing their pictures with us.

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Incoming: Fila Vintage now available for pre-order

I've posted previously about the Asti Jacket, Lounger Robe and Linesman Jacket. These are now available to pre-order. The Lounger will be available in Navy and Red, plus the Linesman will also be available in two colourways - Navy and 'Gardenia' (see below).

Also available to pre-order is the Fila Vintage All England Jacket (below). Another reissue from the archive, this track jacket features England colours in a Acrylic/Wool mix textile. Needless to say, this is a limited edition.

For our complete (and massive!) range Of Fila Vintage and Fila Gold visit StuartsLondon.com

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In store: Fila Vintage Tie Break Jacket

Another day, another amazing Fila reissue. This time it's this classic funnel-necked jacket from the archive in ocean blue.

• Tie Break jacket re-issued from the Fila Archive

• Regular Fit

• Funnel neck

• Full zip through

• Contrast Stripe detail obove waist band

• 50% Cotton

• 50% Poly pique

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In store: Fila Gold Indianapolis Jacket

Inspired by Fila's heritage, the Indianapolis Jacket is a modern take on the track jacket with a modern 21st century urban edge.

• Smart light jacket

• From the limited edition Fila Gold collection

• 100% Polyester

• Side pockets

• Gold badge on chest

• Gold Rivet detail with metal pressure buttons

• £59.99 with free shipping

For more of our Fila Gold and Fila Vintage range, go to StuartsLondon.com

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Limited Edition: Fila Vintage Leather Matchday Jacket

It's a bit special, this limited edition, a quality leather twist on a classic design:

• 100% Leather Matchday Jacket

• Soft Nappa leather

• Contrast Rib cuffs, neck and waist band

• Vintage badge on the chest

• £295 plus free shipping

Now in stock at StuartsLondon.com

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In store and more: Fila Vintage Gold

StuartsLondon.com does not stock much of the Fila Gold range, just select items. When I talk to the guys at Stuarts they are very cautious about this range, which is a shame. They know they can sell Terrinda (when they get it). They know they can get a great response when the reissues come in. But come on! This is 2009, and we can't just lust over something wed wore when we were 15.

The Fila Gold range is, as I see it, a continuation of the styles we wore, not a reproduction of them (Fila Vintage caters to that). Fila Gold is an honest approach to the question: What should we do next..? Let's take the best of the past, and apply it to the present, the 21st century.

I know that there is a lot more to Fila Gold. I get to see the lines that Stuarts choose not to stock. To find-out more, or to see the current Fila Vintage / Gold range go to StuartsLondon.com, or Contact us

Pre-Order: Fila Vintage Love Jacket in Navy Blue

Another reissue that is about to star in Nick Love's new movie 'The Firm', the Love Jacket is due to land at StuartsLondon.com in October. Here's the specs:

• Vintage look and fit

• Contrast pipng detail in white

• Full zip up with fila toggle

• Side pockets

• Fila Vintage Badge on chest

This track jacket has a friend - The Love Pants. Yep. Love Pants. As you might imagine, these are the matching trackie bottoms which are also available to pre-order at StuartsLondon.com

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In store: Fila Vintage Siro Crew Neck Ski Jumper

New in from Fila Vintage, this jumper couldn't be more 80s retro if it had shoulder pads and a perm. It's got a great fit, not too long in the body with generous sleeve length. Crying-out to be teamed with the Bomedera Gillet, the Siro really reminds me of those Patrick cagoules we used to wear way back when. Here's the specs:

• Crew Neck 80s Ski Jumper

• Knitted Style

• 80% Lambswool, 20% Polyamide

• Fitted Style

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In store: Fila Vintage Bombada Jacket

Talking of ski jackets, here's one that's already in. The Fila Vintage Bombada Jacket has Fila once again dipping into their Ski wear heritage to bring us very light and very warm winter wear. I have one - and I'm praying for a cold snap!

These are shifting fast, get over to StuartsLondon.com before the cold starts to bite.

Incoming: Fila Vintage Asti Ski Jacket

In next month, in red and navy, this fantastic retro ski jacket - it makes me think of Roger Moore's James Bond. Although it doesn't come with Union Flag parachute. Oh well.

For our current range of Fila Vintage and Fila Gold visit StuartsLondon.com

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Free: Fila Vintage 'The Firm' T-Shirt Offer

This is the official 'The Firm' Fila Vintage T-Shirt, and it's yours, for free, when you spend £150 or more on Fila Vintage range at Stuarts London.

£150… that's the Terrinda Jacket and Pants. Or three and a half Four Stripe Polos. Or six and a half... you get the idea.

Terms and Conditions:

We will send out a free t shirt in navy or white while stocks last. The t shirt is only free when you spend more than £150 on only Fila Vintage products. Any orders being refunded for any reason must result in return of the Free T shirt in new condition, or if kept we will deduct the value accordingly on requested refunds.

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Incoming: Fila Vintage Lounger

Your other half may make you kick-off your Grand Slams and hang-up the Terrinda as soon as you enter the house, but here's one way to keep the faith whilst relaxing in the calm of your own home.

The Fila Vintage Lounger is a great hooded gown, tied at the waist at featuring the Fila F-Box logo on the front pocket. Available at Stuarts London later this year, this one's going on my Christmas wish list.

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Incoming: Fila Vintage Linesman Jacket

When a sportswear brand decides to resurrect product lines from its glorious past, you might imagine a quick rummage through dusty filing cabinets to retrieve blueprints, followed by a brisk walk over to the factory to say "Start making these again, please!"

But this is Fila, and they are not ones to get bogged-down with boring admin and paperwork. Oh no.

The Linesman Jacket was reborn after it was seen on the telly, in old tennis match footage, being worn by... a Linesman. Fila used this footage as reference to painstakingly recreate this jacket, which will soon be in-store at Stuarts London.

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New arrival: Fila Vintage Four Stripe Navy Polo

For Fila it's sometimes preferable to have more stripes than the (German) competition. Sometimes only 4 or 5 stripes will do, and this polo shirt doesn't disappoint.

Here's the specs:

• Based on the Mark 2 collection the 4 Stripe is a limited edition

• 100% Cotton

• Classic slim fit

• Pop metal pressure buttons

• Four Stripe detail on both sleeves

• Fila Badge on the chest

• Available at Stuarts London for only £45

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New arrival: Fila Bjorna Jacket

Perhaps the Sergio Tacchini fanboys out there might disagree, but Fila are really coming-up with the goods this season.

Take this fantastic Bjorna Jacket/Track top. Don't be put off by the pretty-boy Italian model - you can wear this your way. Those of you in the know will know this as the Matchday Mark 2 Jacket. Looks great over a Sergio Tacchini Dec Cedarmac Polo Top in Italian Blue & Navy. Honest.

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