Up There’s reputation of strong collaborations continues, this time dropping a New Balance 991 V2. This pair takes a subtle approach, with black mesh, premium black leather, reflective 3M panels, and tiny pops of green. A gum rubber outsole completes the look alongside three different lace options. Check out my review for a closer look and thanks to Up There for sending these over my way!
Danielle Cathari’s run as Creative Director for Kith Women was wrapped up with the release of the “Reverse” New Balance 991 V2. This flips the colours of her previous 991 V2 collab from 2024, featuring a green mesh, with lush brown suede and reflective panels atop. Check out my review of these beauties and to see how they look on feet!
Kith continued their partnership with Madison Square Garden with the release of two colourways of the New Balance 993. Adorning the familiar colours of the New York Knicks, today I’m reviewing the “Navy” pair, which opts for darker tones contrasted against orange and white hits. Tune into my video for a complete breakdown and to see these on feet! Anyone else pick these up this past Monday?
Japanese label, WTAPS, just dropped their newest New Balance collaboration. This time it’s their take on a new model – the Abzorb 2010. This pair incorporates grey and military green tones of mesh, suede, and synthetic layers. Check out my video for an in-depth breakdown of this fall-ready sneaker. Who else copped?
Action Bronson dropped his newest project with New Balance, for the first time reimagining the beloved 992 model. This “Tiger Eye” pair has a distinct fall flavour, with brown suede, fiery orange mesh, and blue and black tones. Tune into my review for an in-depth breakdown and to see how these look on feet!
Aimé Leon Dore and New Balance ended 2024 with a pre-order of one of their dopest collabs yet. This gorgeous 993 draws inspiration from the bespoke ALD Porsche 993 Turbo, and it exudes that same luxury with premium materials like soft suede and a genuine leather collar. Check out my review of one of my fave releases of the year and let me know what you all think!
Stone Island Marina dropped their newest project with New Balance, this time turning their attention to the skateboarding silhoutte, the 272. Dropping in three colourways a few weeks ago, today I’ll be reviewing this summer-ready “Ochre” (Yellow) colourway which pairs soft suede with canvas in two tones of yellow. Check out my review and let me know what you think!
New Balance just launched their newest silhouette, the Abzorb 2000, a call back to Y2K design with this futuristic looking model that incorporates Abzorb and bold Abzorb SBS pods along the midsole. My review breaks down everything you need to know about this, including the important questions – how do they fit and are they actually comfortable. Tune in to hear my thoughts!
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