New Balance 1906RA &1906RB

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Two years after the return of the New Balance 2002, the Boston-based brand is set to reintroduce another updated running silhouette, the NB 1906. Originally released in 2009, this runner is now back with modifications that allow it to enter the lifestyle range. The new NB 1906R is presented in 2 initial colorways, in a visual series designed in collaboration with Japanese stylist Akio Hasegawa.

Exclusive SIZE? versions and a collaboration with THISISNEVERTHAT have already surfaced and should be released soon (articles available on this site).

To highlight this NB 1906R, Akio Hasegawa took as his theme « the past » and « the future ».

On his conceptualization of the shoot, the Japanese fashion designer and stylist commented : « The late 90’s and early 2000’s was a time when many people had expectations for the future and aspired to the latest technologies. It was an era of technological change juxtaposed with the physical state of its environment, such as the buildings, and the bricks and materials from which it was constructed. »

This NB 1906R retains the DNA of the original version with its mesh construction and delicate overlays. It benefits from technological improvements in the sole : the midsole has been swapped for the performance unit of the NB 860v2.

The 1st version, the M1906RA, is the original 1906 colorway. It features a white mesh base, enhanced by silver, gold and black shiny overlays. To complete the look harmoniously, the midsole is presented in white with silver and gold under the heel, and the outsole appears in black rubber.

The 2nd version, the M1906RB arrives in a grey-taupe shade. It consists of a mesh upper, complemented by overlays of nubuck and synthetic materials. The pair features N-Lock lacing and ABZORB technology in the color-coordinated sole.

The New Balance 1906RA &1906RB are scheduled to release first in Asia on August 12, 2022, before a global launch sometime later in stores and on newbalance.com. Stay tuned !

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