Friday, June 27, 2008

LFSTL x New Balance 577


Dutch boutique LFSTL are set to release their own sneaker collaboration initiated with New Balance on the classic 577. Although details are sparse, an initial look reveals and suede and nubuck upper with perforated toebox. The color scheme features gray, green and purple. No word yet on a release date.

Source: Sneakers.FR, LFSTL

Thursday, June 26, 2008

New Balance 576 China Mask


At a recent New Balance exhibition in Shanghai, the upcoming China Mask 576 collection was unveiled alongside this never before seen limited edition 576. Unlike the previous three-pack of 576s, this version features a complicated execution, creating a design which differs from left shoe to right shoe. Numerous Chinese Opera references can be seen as well, keeping in line with the sneaker’s theme. Available exclusively within Southeast Asia in August, limited to 576 pairs.

Source: Streething

Wednesday, June 25, 2008

New Balance TX755


New Balance Japan has recently released the TX755, which embodies many design cues of the Clarks Wallabee. Although the aesthetics are spot on, a distinction exists albeit quite subtle as New Balance has sought to combine some of its technological wonders into the design including its proprietary ABZORB cushioning system. Available now at Know It Nothing.

Saturday, June 21, 2008

mita sneakers x realmad HECTIC x New Balance MT580 12th Edition


The colorful exploits of the annual/bi-annual mita sneakers, realmad HECTIC and New Balance MT580 collaboration have continued deep into their 12th release. With each release, a multi-color product is more then expected with this upcoming feature all but fulfilling the unofficial theme. Inspired by CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black), the Japanese favorite MT580 obviously features these 4 colors. Set to release July 5th at select retailers in Japan.

Source: altsnk

Friday, June 20, 2008

New Balance CT


Beyond fabled running brand New Balance’s foundation as a running brand is a series of competent offerings from differeint disciplines which are often overlooked. Case in point is the court shoe CT model. Teetering between the lines bulky and sleek, the vintage profile is paired up with New Balance’s quality materials. Three colorways are set to release this summer in early July. Available for pre-order now at hanon shop.

Wednesday, June 11, 2008

Victim x New Balance H574


Although the H574 in its own regard has been designated as New Balance's lifestyle hiking style with its higher then average cut, Japanese brand Victim has taken this concept a step further with their H574 team-up. The all-leather upper features metal lace holes to further accentuate the look. Available now at unbar.jp.

Thursday, June 5, 2008

Atmos x New Balance Face-Off 576


Two familiar partners in crime, massive Japanese sneaker store Atmos has had the pleasure of working with New Balance on numerous occasions to fulfill the large Japanese appetite for the NB. We've seen distinct design patterns emanating from the Land of the Rising Sun as the Japanese are known to adore concept driven footwear as well as more liberal creations. The latest Atmos x New Balance collabo features a color-changing upper which changes colors relative to heat. A July release date has been set however aside from Atmos NY, don't expect these to be too readily available outside of Japan.

Source: Sneaker Freaker