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Name: 999HUMANITY x New Balance ABZORB 2000Colorway: TBCSKU: U20001UMMSRP: TBCRelease Date: March 26Where to Buy: 999HUMANITYThe 999HUMANITY x New Balance ABZORB 2000 sneaker has officially surfaced, reimagining the archival Y2K runner through a fresh yet industrial lens.Centering on a light cyan blue and light slate gray palette, the shoe features a mesh-based upper with layered overlays. Vivid touches of lime green accentuate the shoes and add a touch of dimension, arriving in the form of lateral N-logos, NB tongue branding and on the edges of the shoes.The sculpted midsole highlights the ABZORB cushioning system, paired with ABZORB SBS pods for visible tech aesthetics. A segmented sole unit with a Stability Web shank adds structural support, while the rubber outsole balances traction with flexibility. View this post on InstagramA post shared by 999HUMANITY (@999humanity)

SummaryFollowing several teasers, JJJJound has announced a release date for its New Balance 475 collabBlack and yellow colorways have been prepared by the duoLook out for it to first drop on April 9, likely as a JJJJound-exclusive to beginAt last, JJJJound’s two New Balance 475s have a release date. The Canadian tastemakers have been teasing the project since February, offering teasers and a glance at the shoe in its Spring/Summer 2026 lookbook. This campaign follows the duo’s 990v4 “Mushroom” from the MADE in USA line, which went up for pre-order last December and is expected to ship this fall.Now, a new image offers our best look at the two pairs yet. Introduced by New Balance in the ’80s and revisited recently, the 475 sneaker is a timeless silhouette. Dressed in yellow by the duo, its mixed material upper hosts black “N” logos at each side and a blank off-white tongue that matches the laces and midsole. These off-white elements are also present for the black colorway, which carries tonal “N” branding at the midfoot.JJJJound has confirmed that its upcoming New Balance 475 campaign will initially launch on April 9, likely via the Montréal-based brand’s website. Stay tuned for updates, including pricing and a complete look at the two colorways, as we expect more info to surface soon. View this post on Instagram A post shared by JJJJound (@jjjjound)

SummaryThe street style at Tokyo Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2026 served as a massive runway for the world’s most hyped and boundary-pushing footwearChunky, exaggerated proportions remain a staple in the city, led by towering designs from Japanese label Grounds and heavy-duty Balenciaga trainersCollaborative runners and technical silhouettes dominated the pavements, with the highly anticipated Kith x On crossover leading the packWhile the runway presentations at Tokyo Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2026 dictating the future of apparel, the true pulse of global sneaker culture was heavily felt on the sidewalks. Tokyo has long been regarded as the ultimate proving ground for avant-garde footwear and highly sought-after collaborations, and this season’s showgoers did not disappoint. From gravity-defying, chunky soles to sleek, technical runners, the footwear choices outside the venues perfectly encapsulated the city’s fearless approach to styling.Maximalist, exaggerated proportions are showing absolutely no signs of slowing down in Tokyo. Japanese footwear label Grounds made a massive statement on the streets, with attendees heavily favoring the brand’s gravity-defying Moopie and the striking Orca Black Gray sneakers. Continuing the trend of massive, utilitarian footprints, luxury powerhouse Balenciaga maintained its stronghold on the luxury streetwear scene. Showgoers were spotted effortlessly styling both the newly updated Triple S.2 and the aggressively oversized Cargo trainers, proving that the chunky shoe wave is still deeply ingrained in the city’s sartorial DNA.Meanwhile, Nike’s presence on the pavement expertly bridged the gap between nostalgic basketball heritage and high-fashion crossovers. Bold retro statements were made with the Air More Uptempo ’96 in the eye-catching “Black Laser Crimson” colorway, alongside a strong showing of classic Air Max 97s. On the collaborative front, the Swoosh was heavily represented by the intricate detailing of the PEACEMINUSONE x Nike Air Force 1 Low and the luxurious, earth-toned Jacquemus x Nike Moon Shoe SP in “Fauna Brown.”Technical runners and elevated sportswear collaborations also carved out a massive lane this season. The ASICS x HAL STUDIOS GEL-NYC 2.0 SSHS brought a refined, material-driven aesthetic to the streets, while the sleek Y-3 Regu model from the Yohji Yamamoto x adidas ongoing partnership showcased Tokyo’s love for dark, futuristic minimalism. However, leading the pack and turning the most heads this season was undoubtedly the Kith x On collaboration, seamlessly blending Ronnie Fieg’s premium lifestyle curation with elite, Swiss-engineered performance tech.As Tokyo Fashion Week FW26 continues to set the tone for the rest of the year, it’s clear that the intersection of extreme proportions, heritage revivals, and highly technical collaborations will dictate the sneaker market well into 2026.