Until the mid-60s, Spring Court shoes were typically found on the feet of tennis pros and children in PE classes. In the second half of the decade, however, they broke out of their box to take to the streets. The G2 evolved into a symbol of emancipation.
With its minimalist style and discreet logo, Spring Court appealed to all ages and social classes. Wearing sports shoes in town became a form of self-affirmation and a way to break away from the conformist fashion of the 1950s.
John Lennon actually wore a pair of G2s on the cover of Abbey Road, and at his wedding to Yoko Ono in 1969. The model was also worn by other stars such as David Hockney, Thom Yorke and Jane Birkin.