Category: Shoes

Name: New Balance 475 “Washed Burgundy”Colorway: Washed Burgundy/Multi-ColorSKU: U475WPAMSRP: $120 USDRelease Date: Holiday 2025Where to Buy: New BalanceNew Balance is digging deep into its running archives to reintroduce the classic New Balance 475, debuting in a rich and subdued “Washed Burgundy” colorway. This release revives a foundational silhouette from the brand’s extensive history, delivering a straightforward, stylish trainer with immediate nostalgic appeal.The 475 “Washed Burgundy” embraces a vintage aesthetic through its color treatment and material choices. The upper features a dominant mix of deep burgundy suede and breathable mesh, which is given a subtly faded, “washed” finish. This deliberate aging effect adds character and an authentic retro feel, making the shoe look like a perfectly preserved gem straight from the late 1990s or early 2000s.Designed for comfortable, everyday wear, the shoe maintains a classic, cream profile. The look is grounded by a traditional white midsole and a black rubber outsole that wraps slightly up the toe for added durability and a true archival look. Subtle branding is present via the signature ‘N’ logo and New Balance text on the tongue and heel. This release caters perfectly to fans of true heritage design and understated color palettes. The New Balance 475 “Washed Burgundy” offers a versatile, essential piece of New Balance history, now available to elevate any casual rotation.

Name: OTW by Vans x OAMC x WTAPS Sk8-Hi GL Lug, OTW by Vans x OAMC x WTAPS Seylynn LugColorway: Black, Duck Camo, Desert CamoSKU: VN000MYGCJI, VN000MYGDP0, VN000MYGH8A, VN000MYHCJI, VN000MYHDP0, VN000MYHSANMSRP: ¥22,000 JPY (approx. $140 USD), ¥20,900 JPY (approx. $135 USD)Release Date: November 21Where to Buy: WTAPSVans Japan is launching an exclusive triple collaboration within its premium OTW by Vans line, uniting with OAMC and WTAPS to blend their distinct cultural and craft backgrounds. This partnership introduces two new models, the Sk8-Hi GL Lug and the Seylynn Lug, aiming to push design boundaries by merging the innovative perspectives of all three brands.The Sk8-Hi GL Lug is a robust reinterpretation of the classic Sk8-Hi, built with a heavy duck canvas base and practical, tough detailing for increased durability. The Seylynn Lug, conversely, offers a refined utility look finished in soft suede. Both models share a key feature, a lug sole for superior grip. They also come with two sets of laces, each featuring specially engraved aglets marked with “Milano” and “Tokyo,” a nod to the home cities of the collaborating brands. In addition, the collection offers diversity with both silhouettes available in three unique colorways, including Black, Duck Camo and Desert Camo.This collection is a result of a shared appreciation for the grit and energy of city life, serving as the core inspiration for the designs. Symbolizing a delicate yet bold fusion of OAMC and WTAPS, the collection will be available at the official WTAPS online store, WTAPS LAB, and other WTAPS retailers starting November 21.

Name: Vans Old Skool 36 “Pearlized” PackColorway: “Fuchsia,” “Marshmallow”SKU: VN000E8VHLE, VN000E8VCCZMSRP: $130 USDRelease Date: November 18Where to Buy: VansThe new Old Skool 36 “Pearlized” Pack offers a luxurious and creatively distressed take on one of Vans’ most foundational silhouettes. The release, featuring “Fuchsia” and “Marshmallow” colorways, draws design inspiration from a well-loved shoe that has been customized and repaired along its journeys. This aesthetic is realized through a distressed upper adorned with pearl and crystal embellishments, creating a unique, personalized and timeworn finish.First introduced in 1977 as Style 36, the model was the second skate shoe ever created by Vans and the first to feature the now-iconic Sidestripe™. Renamed the Old Skool™ in the early ’90s, the shoe has since become a cornerstone of Vans’ heritage, with this new iteration highlighting elevated details such as a higher glossed sidewall and intricate stitching. The Pearlized Pack follows the success of recent, sold-out collaborations, including the OTW by Vans x Satoshi Nakamoto Pearlized Old Skool and continues to reflect the Vans Premium ethos. Emphasizing modern comfort and elevated materials, the design updates the form, fit, and feel of a classic while maintaining its cultural relevance.