Month: July 2022

New Balance has landed a recipe for success with its simple yet refined looks offered year-round. One in particular that has shined recently is the “Sea Salt” colorway. Landing on the MADE in USA line’s 990v2 and 990v3 in May, the look now finds itself on the New Balance 90/60. The 90/60 having recently hit the runway with Mowalola’s Spring/Summer 2023 show is now offered in a calmer approach.In “Sea Salt” the layered upper favors various beige and gray shades throughout. Beginning with the beige mesh base at the upper, it features leather overlays including two additional beige tones and two grays. The standard “N” logo is found in gray with black and white outlines on the lateral while the medial utilizes a deconstructed and embroidered “N” logo. The ABZORB sole unit further leans on the diverse color palette as a black rubber outsole completes the detailing of this pair.Release details regarding a stateside launch have not popped up yet. However, the New Balance 90/60 “Sea Salt” will be available internationally through select retailers such as 43einhalb at a price of €150 EUR (approx. $156 USD) on July 16.In case you missed it, a closer look at the COMME des GARÇONS HOMME x New Balance 550 in “Black” has surfaced.

It’s no secret that Nike is giving the Dunk its chance to shine with demand higher than ever. Between highly anticipated collaborations on the Dunk Low and SB Dunk Low and in-house designed colorways of the Dunk High, there’s never been a better time to grab a pair of Dunks. Due to the nature of so many offerings being presented, many may not be of interest for collectors but the diversity of looks welcomes a broad audience.Yet another Dunk Low colorway is dropping this year with unique furry Swooshes. Found in a reddish-brown these Swooshes meet at the heel while carrying a matching look. Pastel shades of pink cracked leather combine with pastel green suede overlays to outfit the upper. A croc patterned tongue pairs with a cream sole unit to round out the detailing for this Dunk Low.Release information regarding this take on the Nike Dunk Low has not yet surfaced. However, it’s expected to hit shelves via Nike and select retailers later this year, possibly in women’s sizing.In case you missed it, another HUF x Nike SB Dunk Low colorway has popped up, this time in a San Francisco Giants themed look.

While Nike certainly has not hesitated to introduce new looks to the Air Max line, classics such as the Air Max 1 and Air Max 97 continue to receive plenty of attention. Since spring of this year rolled around, the Air Max 97 has celebrated its 25th anniversary with new looks such as “Coconut Milk Fossil” and older ones like the infamous “Gold Bullet.” Now, yet another fresh take hits the iconic runner with the “Leopard Tongue” colorway.As one would expect, this “Leopard Tongue” look begins with the base of the tongue carrying a leopard print while a Swoosh in red rests on black and white patches at the top. Beyond this bold inclusion, the upper of the shoe works with the Air Max 97’s layered look by utilizing various colors and materials. White leather and mesh combines with gold corduroy and olive leather to complete the upper. Rounding out the detailing of this pair is an off-white midsole resting atop a black outsole.No release information regarding the Air Max 97 “Leopard Tongue” has surfaced yet. However, it is expected to hit shelves soon via Nike and select retailers.In other news from the Swoosh, official images of two more Union LA x Nike Cortez colorways have surfaced.