New Balance A14 576 “Coffee Beans”

Although conceptually driven footwear has hit a low point over the last year, the New Balance A14 576 exemplifies the solid workings of what concepts can do for a sneaker. The 576 references an unlikely source of inspiration in coffee beans to create the colorway. The upper is comprised of hemp and cork with a printed insole and painted ‘N’ logo. Slated for a release in August of 2008.

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Frontline Shop x New Balance 576

Frontline Shop with New Balance are releasing a limited run of 576s. Both green and brown are used with a distinct separation seen at the forefoot. Sparing green highlights are seen set against the rest of the brown upper on various instances of the New Balance logo throughout the 576. Available next week at Frontlinesshop.com.

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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.

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