Year: 2023

Deon Point, the Creative Director of Boston-based Concepts has teased a potential rerelease of one of its most popular New Balance collaborations to date — the Made in U.S. New Balance 998 “C-Note.”Originally released in 2013, the pair’s inspiration comes from the $100 bill redesign that was rereleased the same year. Its upper features neutral tones to reflect the paper of the bill, a blue strip at the toe mirroring that of the iconic redesign and minimal bronze accents that symbolize the Liberty Bell featured on the 2013 note.With the bill and associated 998 now being a decade old, Point teased the pair with the headline “Old Money,” leading to speculation that a re-issue might be in the works. Other factors that lend to this likelihood include the fact that the 998 is coming up on its 30th anniversary.However, it’s also possible that if there is a rerelease, it will visit the updated 998 Made in U.S. model revealed by Teddy Santis earlier this year, rather than the OG silhouette. At the time of writing, no official confirmation of a re-issue has been shared by Concepts or Point but we remain hopeful.See Point’s original teaser post below. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Deon Point (@deonpoint)Elsewhere in footwear, the New Balance 580 has surfaced in Washed Burgundy.

With a growing international presence, Nike has established new themes that celebrate the cultures it has established connections to. For Korea, Hangul Day — also known as Korean Alphabet Day — commemorates the founding of the alphabet. Tapping into this, the Swoosh has produced “Hangul Day” colorways for the past couple of years with 2023 seeing the Dunk Low, Air Force 1 Low, Air Max 1 and now the Cortez dressed for the occasion.For the Cortez, it rocks a brown that is darker than the hue found on the other silhouettes. This chocolate flavor covers the leather and suede upper with off-white chiming in at the Swooshes, tongue, lining and sole unit. The tongue tag showcases typical Nike branding while the heel tabs carry “Hangul Day”-themed hits that go with the sockliner graphics to complete the pair.Despite revealing the four aforementioned “Hangul Day”-themed colorways, no release details have been shared by Nike regarding the capsule. Look for this version of the Cortez and its accompanying looks to land on shelves in Asia via Nike and select retailers this October with a global launch to follow afterwards.Looking for more of the latest headlines from the footwear space? We’ve got you covered with this week’s edition of best footwear drops — starring Born x Raised’s Nike SB Dunk Low, the debut of the Nike LeBron 21 and much more.

It’s been another busy year for Crocs and its collaborations team. The month of September alone has seen everyone from DreamWorks and its Shrek franchise to denim experts Levi’s and the tastemakers at JJJJound rework the Classic Clog. Now, another unpredictable combination has been crafted as the chocolate specialists at The Hershey Company have immortalized three of its hit candies on the slip-on silhouette.Drawing inspiration from the Hershey’s Kiss, Hershey’s Bar and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, two distinct looks have been assembled for the drop. The Reese’s-themed pair rocks the candy’s instantly-recognizable orange at the upper while its midsole combines chocolate brown hues. Elsewhere, callouts to Reese’s land at the strap, rivets and the thematic Jibbitz charms. As for the second look, strong “HERSHEY’S” hits similarly adorn the rivets, Jibbitz and strap while the midsole dons the slip-on’s dark chocolate brown in a presentation that matches a Hershey’s Bar.For those looking to celebrate Hershey’s chocolate with a pair of collaborative Crocs Classic Clogs, get ready as both styles drop on September 29 via Crocs and select retailers with prices ranging from $55 USD to $65 USD.Looking for more of the latest news from the footwear space? Be sure to check out Stüssy’s latest collaboration teaser — this time tapping Clarks Originals for what looks to be another Wallabee collaboration that features classic card symbols.