Month: June 2023

Last year, JJJJound and ASICS dominated many sneaker of the year conversations with their two GEL-KAYANO 14 colorways. As resale prices continue to skyrocket and fans of the duo eagerly await a sequel project, ASICS has snuck out some general release colorways of the GEL-KAYANO 14 that prompt onlookers to wonder if it’s the JJJJound-approved pair.The latest look to don a JJJJound x ASICS GEL-KAYANO 14-adjacent presentation sees copper accents enter the mix. Its construction begins with an off-white mesh base that carries silver and copper overlays with hits of black adding to its contrast. Typical branding elements and a GEL-backed sole unit make a return as this versatile pair is sure to catch eyes.Select retailers such as Asphaltgold have released this cream and black colorway of the ASICS GEL-KAYANO 14 early with almost all sizes sold out at a €159 EUR (approx. $170 USD) price point. Hang tight for an official launch via ASICS and additional stockists in the coming weeks at an expected price of $150 USD. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Asphaltgold GmbH & Co. KG (@asphaltgold)For more of the latest news in the footwear space, this week’s edition of best footwear drops is topped by JJJJound’s summer-ready Salomon XT-Wings 2 collaboration.

Several silhouettes have emerged this decade as trendy, versatile sneakers that the masses have flocked to. For New Balance, its design that has led the charge in both versatility and affordability is the 550. While collaborations with the likes of Aimé Leon Dore and thisisneverthat have presented an elevated take on the shoe, it has generally remained consistent in its output. As it continues to take on new looks, a fresh “Sea Salt” pack of colorways has been assembled.Enlisting a tried and true formula, four mixed material looks consisting of various off-white hues are accompanied by “Blue,” “Olive,” “Green,” and “Orange” accents respectively. This coloring that hits each pair enlivens the “N” logos, collar overlays, the tongue branding and a strip of mesh below the tongue. Elsewhere, crisp suede paneling pairs with leather and mesh detailing as various “Sea Salt” hues trade places to complement the arrangement. Lastly, each look is supported by a white sole unit.Hang tight as no release information regarding all four of these “Sea Salt”-flavored New Balance 550s have surfaced. It’s currently expected to launch simultaneously as a set in the coming weeks at a price of $120 USD via New Balance and select retailers.Looking for more of the latest New Balance headlines? We’ve got you covered. The American sportswear brand has a collaboration with Portland-native Aminé on the way.