New Balance’s Colorful "Dunk" Skate Shoes Took the Scenic Route
Seattle's 35th North Skateshop just dropped its first-ever New Balance sneaker, and it didn't disappoint. The brand remixed the Numeric 480 skate model, creating a seriously scenic version of the model.
The collaborative model features smooth suede uppers, dressed in various colors like teal, purple, and brown. It's all inspired by the natural scenes of the Pacific Northwest at sunset.
There's even a wavy-patterned "N" logo nodding to the lakes' reflections. Meanwhile, a Bigfoot graphic strikes the heel and tongue, feeding into the lore of the mythical hairy creature said to lurk in the area.
The mystery may remain about the Sasquatch, but these New Balance 480 sneakers are the real deal.
It's another nice one for the 480 collection, which includes classic all-black options and tasty collabs with Chocolate Skateboards. This time, the Dunk-style model, originally a basketball sneaker, is soaking up views of the Pacific Northwest. Literally.
35th North's New Balance Numeric 480 sneaker is scheduled to release at select stores on August 28, followed by a drop on New Balance's website on August 31.
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