As world famous sneaker customizers Methamphibian and SBTG hit the drawing board for a run of exclusive designs for Singapore’s Leftfoot boutique, they sought to go against the recent New Balance trend of utilizing various colors and material combos. Instead they decided on a uniform design to represent the theme of Heaven and Hell with intense detailing. From afar, the details are subtle and barely visible, however upon closer inspection the sneaker comes to life. With a release date slated for April, look for these to remain exclusive to Asia. Leftfoot (Singapore/Taipei) and Japanese retailers UNDEFEATED, Mita and Atmos will all split the 444 pairs per color.
To celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the New Balance 576 model, New Balance has re-created this sneaker in a timeless colorway. This new 576 also features a vintage looking yellowed out Encap midsole and heelcup. It also comes in the original white box and in a white sneaker bag. Available at Overkill Berlin.
Comprised of familiar design cues, the New Balance A09 offers a contemporary take with it’s use of unconventional materials and branding. The hemp uppers each contain screen prints to identify the lines and logo of the upper as well as add to the dynamic of the sneaker. Three colorways are available now at select New Balance dealers.
Source: Atmos
Next month, New Balance will release an upcoming CM1700 model. The once flagship running model has been updated with a subtle tonal silver check upper complete with the high tech cushioning and motion control technologies which made it the top of it’s class. Available March of 2008.
Source: Mita
Limited Edt, a famous sneaker boutique from Singapore, has teamed up with New Balance for Singapore’s first ever collaboration sneaker. This Limited Edt New Balance 577 BBL is Made in England and features a luxurious black and red colorway. Only 140 pairs have been produced and each are individually numbered and comes in a really nice box. Available starting March 2008.
Sneaker Freaker has done an interview with the folks at Limited Edt. You can check out the interview here.
New Balance’s popular 576 model is celebrating it’s 20th anniversary this year. The model has sustained a strong allegiance in traditional New Balance hotspots like Europe and Japan. Among the releases this month include a pack of contemporary modeled 576s as well as a Metal pack featuring shiny gold and silver leather uppers. Look for them to hit select New Balance retailers in the near future.
As touched upon in our recent New Balance Interview: Around the World, EMEA Lifestyle brand manager Robert Ward mentioned that the 410 is one of the best selling sneakers within Europe and the regions he oversees. Here’s a look at some recent colorway releases for this iconic model. Another point mentioned by Ward is that with the resurgence of running models so expect more of these sorts of releases from New Balance. Available now at End Clothing.
We recently conducted an interview with the managing members of New Balance’s Lifestyle Divisions from Japan, USA and EMEA (Europe-Middle East-Asia). The interview was a good reflection on the visual and conceptual differences embodied by each division as well as their thoughts on some of the recent and future happenings of New Balance. The interview and a sneak peak at some upcoming products can be seen here.
In a recent interview between Australian sneaker store Provider and Sneaker Freaker, Provider lays down the law regarding their development into a store as well as showcase their upcoming collaboration with New Balance on the 1500 model. Check out the interview here, while the sneakers are slated to release in March of 2008.
The streamlined design of New Balance’s former flaghship, the M1500 has been released in these two new colorways for the first quarter of 2008. The rich and supple leathers of these Made in England sneakers are available in brown or white. Available now at Mita.
In a collaboration that actually works, New Balance footwear is the new home for a series of Sesame Street inspired designs. If you have a bun in the oven, then no better way to deck out your kids in some Sesame Street kicks. In fitting fashion New Balance has kept a clear conscience and made these accessible only for infants and toddlers.
Source: Crooked Tongues via Sole Obsession
The cult Japanese classic MT580 has begun to enjoy a wider distribution lately with the trail running model no longer restricted to only a few select accounts outside of Japan. Three colors of the MT580J are releasing next month. The characteristically chunky midsole is met with leather uppers and a texturized pattern along the heel and sides. Look for these to release on February 9th at Mita.
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