Month: September 2022

Patta and New Balance have walked hand-in-hand since 2020, inaugurating its substantial partnership with a collaborative 920 sneaker encrusted in earthy hues. The following year presented the duo in a sleek light, debuting the 991 silhouette with striking terracotta uppers, soft teal mesh underlays and tan leather trimmings. 2022 marks the pairing’s third year together, and with the anniversary comes a fresh footwear delivery grounded in family values. Inspired by generational households and the power of togetherness, New Balance and Patta pay tribute to the whole clan, from youngest to oldest and anyone in between. Standing on the motto “Keep Your Family Close,” the Amsterdam-based multifaceted imprint introduces the New Balance 990v3 crafted for every family member. Supple olive nubuck envelops the uppers, paving the way for sandy mesh underpinnings that decorate the toe boxes and peek through cutouts at the medials and ankle areas. Lively volt green leather accents supply the offering with vibrant energy, while minimalistic metallic branding is seen throughout. Silver N insignia at the quarters don subtle pigmented borders, matching harmoniously with heel patches decorated with elegant Patta initials. Luminous tongues and heel tabs see Made in USA lettering, while delicate markings hit the heel counters in a muted fashion. Split ENCAP midsoles are adorned with grey speckled detailing, complete with black rubber outsoles. An inclusive apparel collection will release alongside the sneaker, featuring crewnecks, sweatpants and T-shirts delivered in full family sizing. Dispatched in a bold green palette, co-branded emblems adorn every garment alongside the collection byline and a family tree illustration. The Patta x New Balance 990v3 and apparel collection will launch exclusively via Patta in-store and online on September 30. A global release via New Balance and select retailers is set to take place on October 7. Sneaker prices range from $70 USD for kids and $220 USD for adults. In other news, take a closer look at the Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Olive” coming soon.

After dropping a pair of Kanye West-worn YZY SHDZs for $10,000 USD last week, the luxury consigner Justin Reed is back with yet another comprehensive stock, and littered in between a host of Louis Vuitton rarities is a very special pair of Nike Air Force 1s — the Chrome Hearts Matty Boy hand-painted iteration.Chrome Hearts’ Creative Director Matt DiGiacomo is known for offering some of the rarest pieces available at Chrome Hearts. A coveted and highly-collectible brand in its own right, Matty Boy’s pieces range from SEX RECORDS exclusives to one-offs such as these AF1s, seeing the iconic white sneaker don a custom artwork design.For this pair, which comes in a US 9, Matty Boy paints a black-and-white checkerboard design on the mid-panels of both pairs, looking as if the design is submerged underneath the Swoosh emblem. Further details include a new set of silver eyelets and hallmarked Chrome Hearts-branded lace toggles and a complementing lace lock, while his inimitable graffiti-style wording works various panels around the white footwear staple. Rounding the pair off, we find Matty Boy’s signature on the rear-quarter of one shoe, as well as again on the box.Justin Reed has listed the one-off pair for $6,000 USD. Take a closer look at the sneaker above, and purchase it online now.Elsewhere, check out this week’s issue of Sole Mates.

New Balance recently introduced a new 9060 silhouette this year beginning with a collaboration with Chicago-based designer Joe Freshgoods.  After surfacing in soft-toned “Cream” and “Baby Blue” iterations, the pairs now arrive in a bold and funky “Multi-Color” makeup.Uppers arrive in an intricate mix of mesh and smooth leathers dressed in a mix of light blue, green, red, dark navy, grey, and black. Painted red contours stretch along the panel overlays and a metallic silver tab rests below the laces. Additional details include a stylized N logo stitched on the medial sides with the classic logo appearing on the laterals. Rounding out the look are wavy ABZORB and SBS-equipped sole units decorated with a translucent CR device on the heel.Take a closer look at the New Balance 9060 “Multi-Color” above and look for the pairs to arrive in the coming months via New Balance for $150 USD.Elsewhere in footwear, CDG and Vault by Vans reconnect For monogram Slip-Ons.