I have looked into some of the New Balance collaborations that the New Balance Nutter mentioned to see what the 'hype' was about...
eYe Junya Watanabe Comme des Garcons x New Balance 1500s
New Balance 1500s done up in a blue hue makeup by designer Junya Watanabe featuring suede and nylon uppers. These released exclusively in Japan at ¥31,00 (which is around $331 USD)
Staple Design x New Balance 575s - Pigeon
Released in 2008 the Pigeon trainers by Staple Design were set to be as big a hit as the Pigeon Nike Dunks in 2003. The exclusive trainers feature the pigeon stitched into the back and the pigeon poo on the sole of the shoe.
United Arrows x New Balance
The high-end Japanese retailer, United Arrow, have continuously collaborated with New Balance. The example below is their creation of the 997.5s with hints of pink and purple on the grey upper. I really like the textured sole, I think it give a unique feel and goes will with the design of the shoe.
La MJC x Colette x New Balance 1500s
Paris creative agency La MJC and Colette collaborated with New Balance to create the 'Vivre Sans Temps Mort' 1500 sneaker. The slogan used for this trainer is one of the core slogans of the agency.
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