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New Balance 576 35th Anniversary Pack

New Balance 576 35th Anniversary Pack – Available Now

New Balance’s 576 was first released back in 1988 as an update to the 575 model, and now, three and a half decades down the line, the Boston based brand are set to drop the New Balance 576 35th Anniversary Pack to commemorate the milestone…

New Balance 576 35th Anniversary Pack

Arriving in a set of two, the New Balance 576 35th Anniversary Pack pays homage to the true form of the 576, basing the new models on an original Japanese Catalogue spec. They look to release in both Navy and Grey, remaining true to what many view as the quintessential New Balance colourways on the brands most staple silhouette.

New Balance 576 35th Anniversary Pack Trainers in Navy

The models will be made in the brands Flimby factory using the most premium materials available, such as CF Stead Suede and luxurious pigskin, all of which are placed atop the brands Encap technology and durable rubber outsole. The Made In UK design team have taken meticulous care at an engineering level to ensure that details such as tongue construction, branding placement and even the shoes stitch weight are near identical to the OGs, ensuring authenticity with every detail. These pairs will be as quality and as versatile as ever, a collectors item to some, and an everyday pair to others, proof of the timeless appeal and ever-present quality of the brands archival classics.

New Balance 576 35th Anniversary Pack in Navy

New Balance’s Creative Director for the brands MIUK range spoke on the collection ” The 576 has taken many different forms and variations over the years, but now, with the model clocking its 35th anniversary we wanted to give the consumer the true experience of this shoe in its original form.”

Retailing at £190, you can get your hands on a pair now, as they have just launched online and in-store at Aphrodite.

 

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New Balance set to drop a commemorative 991 to celebrate 40 years of ‘Made in UK’

Celebrating 40 years of manufacturing the ‘Made in UK’ range.

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Despite New Balance’s rapid growth in recent years, and subsequently a rapid increase in demand, the Boston based brand continue to produce their ‘Made in UK’ collection in their Flimby factory; Situated on the Cumbrian coastline, the factory relies on the skill of experienced local workers to produce almost 28,000 pairs of sneakers weekly. As testament to the quality of craftsmanship, and to celebrate the 40th anniversary of ‘Made in UK’,  New Balance are gearing up to release a commemorative 991 colourway.

The New Balance 991 is arguably one of the brand’s most iconic models. Inspired by the Made in US 990 and the Made in UK 1500,  the silhouette offers pure style and an unparalleled ‘dad sneaker’ aesthetic. Since its debut back in 2001, almost every 991 colourway has been produced in Flimby, maintaining the same expected standards and quality of the factory.

And the 40th anniversary 991 is no exception.

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Dressed in a stunning, yet simple, grey colourway, this sneaker looks set to join a long  line of sought after New Balance kicks. Pigskin suede makes up the toe-cap, side panelling and heel of the shoe while a mesh toe-box offers breathability to the sneaker. Leather beige detailing provides a pleasing contrast to the grey colour scheme, sprucing up the tongue, heel and toe-box of the kicks. Reflective patches can be found at the heel, where ‘991’ is neatly embroidered into the shoe, as well as making up the iconic ‘N’ New balance branding to the side of the shoe.

To the sole of the sneaks, ENCAP midsole cushioning combines lightweight foam with a durable polyurethane rim to deliver all-day support. C-Cap technology also provides support to the forefoot of the shoe while ABZORB crash pads absorb impact through a combination of cushioning and compression resistance. The two-tone paintjob adds to the overall style of the shoe while transparent windows show off the ABZORB pads found in the heritage kicks.

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Reminders of the 40th anniversary are placed on the in-sole and the inside of the shoes tongue, as well as the aptly decorated commemorative box the kicks arrive in. Expected to launch on the 5th May, you’ll be able to get your hands on a pair at Aphrodite Clothing.