Brand: Action Bronson x New Balance
Model: 990v6
Release Date: June 22
Buy: Specializing In Life & New Balance (06/30)
Editor's Notes: Fresh off the release of his highly-anticipated New Balance 990v6 "Baklava" collab, Action Bronson has already cooked up another shoe with the Boston-based footwear label. Seriously.
Following an on-foot teaser, Action Bronson revealed first looks at his second New Balance 990v6 "Lapis Lazuli" sneakers.
Just as colorful as the first round, the latest 990v6 arrives with that familiar construction — a mesh base topped with leather and suede overlays — finished with various shades of blue with moments of purple, tan, and even beige.
Also, like the Baklava 990v6s, the Lapi Lazuli drop boasts that thick ENCAP midsole infused with FuelCell foam for extra cushioning, comfort, and, well, height during wear. Fans can also expect those unmistakable worker boot shoelaces — similar to the ones seen on Timberland boots — to again return with forthcoming release.
Dual branding again hits on the tongue and insole, while the silver "N" logo strikes the upper and other traditional NB motifs land elsewhere.
"This shoe is aesthetically pleasing with every line drawn. Every little edge," said Action Bronson in a statement. "The fluorescents that are hitting me from every angle. I see 15 different blues on there using only 7 blues."
"It's the perfect vehicle for your foot. Did I mention that there's like 15 different blues on here? Purple is blue. It's city boy blues. This is what happens. This is what happens when you're from Queens."
This article was first published on April 7 and updated on June 23.
