New Collaboration
Miu Miu x New Balance
* Redefines Luxe Streetwear
written Sarah Arendts
Sneaker culture has long since moved from the streets to the fashion runways, and once again, Miu Miu has brought a delightful twist to the game. In a sparkling new collaboration, the house of Miu Miu has unveiled the second edition of New Balance X Miu Miu, taking cues from the classic Church’s “Shanghai” style. But it doesn’t end there. Nestled alongside this architectural marvel, is the next big sensation - the 530 SL.
The name itself evokes memories for sneaker aficionados. Inspired by the emblematic New Balance 530 running shoe, this new iteration, in collaboration with Miu Miu, throws back to a time when sneakers began making their transition from tracks to everyday fashion. Remember the New Balance 530 from 1992? Initially gracing the world as a performance shoe, its understated design coupled with its superior suede, leather, and mesh textures swiftly landed it the title of a cult sneaker favorite.
Miu Miu, known for its quirky yet sophisticated touch, deconstructs this model to birth the ultra-flat 530 SL. A name not just alluding to its aesthetic appeal, the 'SL' stands for 'super light', elevating the shoe from just a style statement to a comfy delight.
What’s particularly intriguing is the duality that Miu Miu brings to the 530 SL. On one hand, you have an aged and distressed suede version, which exudes a warmth through its natural color palette, giving the shoe an almost vintage charm. Contrastingly, the other is a blend of unprocessed suede and mesh, parading in a timeless black and white duo.
The collaboration between New Balance and Miu Miu, which previously saw success with their take on the 574 model, is more than just a testament to their ingenuity. It’s a celebration of merging worlds - high fashion and street style, old-school charm and contemporary design, and performance with luxury.
MIU MIU x New Balance
seen by Jean Marques
In the restless pulse of fashion's ever-shifting landscape, these kicks aren't merely add-ons – they're the story.
Miu Miu and New Balance are penning a sneaker manifesto, a heady mix of nostalgia and audacious forward strides. It's time to make moves, because here, the asphalt kisses couture.
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creative visuals seen by Jean Marques
(c) New Balance x MiuMiu