One of the greatest New Balance collaborations of all time is back. The Concepts 998 “C-Note” originally released in 2013 and quickly gained cult status. Fast forward a decade later, to celebrate its 10th anniversary, the shoe has returned nearly identical to its original form. Check out my review to learn more about the retro and to see how it stacks up against the OG!
Today’s video is a bit out of left field as I review (from a lifestyle perspective) the New Balance Fresh Foam More Trail V3. Releasing as part of Grey Day in May, these trail running shoes feature a grey mesh upper, white and blue coloured accents, and a super chunky, plush Fresh Foam X midsole. Check out my review to learn more about this pair and to let me know your thoughts!
New Balance is launching the 991 V2 with a bang. The debut colourway is a collaboration with Stone Island, and this Made in England pair features a mix of olive mesh, 3M layers, black nubuck and more. Learn more about the 991 V2, how it fits, comfort, and more. Are you feeling this updated model or is this now your cup of tea?
To celebrate the opening of Kith’s Toronto location, they are releasing two Canadian-themed colourways of the New Balance 1700. Today I’m reviewing the “Marshmallow” colourway which was available at Kith stores as well as Kith’s website. Crafted using a light grey pig-suede, they also have Kith co-branding throughout, and bold red hits as well. Check out my review and drop a comment below!
To celebrate the opening of Kith’s Toronto location, they are releasing two Canadian-themed colourways of the New Balance 1700. Today I’m reviewing the “Rococco Red” colourway which was sold first in-store at Kith Toronto to coincide with their opening day. Crafted using red pig-suede, they also have Kith co-branding throughout, and cream / white toned accents as well. Check out my review and drop a comment below!
Joe Freshgoods’ latest project with New Balance saw the release of 500 pairs of the 650R model, imaging what it would have been like if Michael Jordan signed with New Balance instead of Nike back in 1984. This premium take on the 650R features a mix of tumbled leather and suede, in a vintage looking cream, grey and white mix. Check out my review and let me know if you think this is just hype, or heat.
Aimé Leon Dore brought back a 1982 tennis sneaker from New Balance – the T500. Releasing as part of the brand’s Fall / Winter 2023 lineup, they dropped in three colourways. Today, I’ll be reviewing my fave of the three, the “White / Green” pair, that features quality leather uppers and vintage colour blocking atop a classic, clean, silhouette design. Check out my review to learn all you need to know about this model!
Japanese label, WTAPS, is back with their third collaboration with New Balance, this time on the 990 V6 silhouette. Opting for a greyscale look, it’s built using a mix of mesh and suede in various tones of grey. Check out my review of this Made in USA pair and let me know if these are uninspiring, or if you are feeling the look of this shoe!
Size? and New Balance released an exclusive colourway of the 990 V3, just as the silhouette has been slowing down. This “Orange / Cream” colourway features beautiful, buttery suede, slick mesh, and reflective detailing throughout in a fall ready colour palette. Check out my review of these beauties and let me know if you managed to grab a pair for yourself too!
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