To the uninitiated, “United Arrows” may not mean much, but for savvy sneaker collectors, especially those with an affinity for New Balance, the two words are excitement-stirring. Recently, the highly-lauded Japanese retailer unveiled the latest chapter in its years-long partnership with the Boston-based institution. And while the upcoming New Balance 2002R serves as the boutique’s first go at …
One of 2022’s most anticipated sneakers, the Aimé Leon Dore x New Balance 650, is now officially available via raffle through the Aimé Leon Dore website. Mimicking the original four colorways of the ALD 550s, the ALD 650s have emerged with the same yellow-tinted white/cream upper with a secondary accent color that heavily reflects classic …
There’s no denying how important Aimé Leon Dore‘s Teddy Santis has been to New Balance. Over the last few years, the Queens-native has brought his love of the 1990s fashion and imagery, understanding of narrative and understated coolness to a healthy mix of popular and obscure sneakers from the Boston-based brand. On April 5th, 2021, ALD’s frontman …
2021 solidified Salehe Bembury‘s reputation as one of the best collaborators of the moment, as he produced nothing short of gold from the year’s beginning to its end. And for 2022, the former Versace VP is reuniting with New Balance to close out the 574 YURT “Universal Communication” pack. Landing at select retailers this Friday, the “White/Pink” colorway …
Salehe Bembury has quickly become one of New Balance‘s most sought-out collaborators over the last two years thanks to his trail-inspired 574 Yurt design. As part of the partnership’s Spring and Summer 2022 collection, the modified running sneaker is set to drop in a clean “Black/Grey” colorway. Produced under the “Universal Communication” banner, the upcoming release indulges in all …
Quickly becoming one of sneaker culture’s most exciting collaborators, Salehe Bembury has laid claim to the best releases of the past few years, from his 2002R to his Pollex Clog. And now, for 2022, the designer is reuniting with New Balance for three new colorways of the 574 YURT. Unveiled and released during the Fall of last year, the 574 YURT …
Nearly one year after being officially appointed as Creative Director for the brand’s Made In USA division, Teddy Santis and New Balance are ready to bring their ideas to the retail. Strategically categorizing the product in three ways — elevated legacy, uniform staple, and quickstrike — New Balance and its appointed leader look to re-establish …
The New Balance 2002R may not be the Boston-based brand’s most popular sneaker design, but it’s helped the century-old institution expand its consumer base. Recently, the revamped take on a pair originally released in 2010 surfaced in a mix of muted tones ahead of summer. Premium pig suede and performance-informed mesh reprise their standard roles, with the …