size? x BILLY's x adidas Deliver Sapporo Japan City Series Collaboration
Name:size? x BILLY'S x adidas Sapporo Japan City SeriesColorway:Semi Court Green/Pure Ruby/Gum 5, Preloved Brown/Dark Brown/Gum 5SKU:JR1075, JS1822MSRP:TBDRelease Date:June 6, 2025Where to Buy:adidas,size?,BILLY'S Tokyo
To mark its 25th anniversary,size?teams up withBILLY's Tokyoandadidasfor a commemorative three-way collaboration dubbed the'Sapporo Collection.'The collection reinterprets the classicadidas Munchensilhouette, with each partner lending their own creative direction to the design.
While presented as a joint effort, each shoe is designed independently, reflecting the unique vision of its creator. BILLY'S Tokyo draws inspiration from whiskey barrels — a nod to the UK's signature liquor, which has been widely embraced by Japanese culture. As well as inspiration from brick buildings the pair features a rich brown upper with textured leathers and suede accents, evoking the warmth and rugged elegance of aged whiskey. A Japanese engraving of 'Sapporo' on the side adds a cultural and artisanal touch. The mix of rough and smooth textures mirrors whiskey's profile — bold and pungent, yet refined.
In contrast, size? takes a more symbolic approach, referencing the 2002 World Cup match at Sapporo Dome, where David Beckham's legendary goal secured a win for England over Argentina. This moment of cultural crossover inspires the shoe's teal and red colorway; similarly, it features the Japanese engraving of 'Sapporo' in gold.
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