New Balance’s long term partnership with Aimé Leon Dore has injected new life into the sneaker brand. Since the two first linked in 2019, they’ve created an array of sneakers coveted by hypebeasts and indie fashion enthusiasts alike — so much so that one of their drops resulted in NYPD shutting down an in-store lineup to control commotion.
There’s no other way to describe Aimé Leon Dore’s New Balance shoes than instant classics. Whether the streetwear label is putting its touch on the 997 or 550 models, it does so in a way that pays tribute to New Balance’s heritage, while elevating the footwear with dynamic colors and details. So now that ALD has teased two unreleased New Balance 991 sneakers — previewing the shoes in its new lookbook for its Spring/Summer ‘22 collection — it’s no surprise that sneakerheads are amped.
