The faux-vintage movement has all but taken over the sneaker world in recent years and leave it to New Balance to up the ante. While pre-aged midsoles and chalky edges have become the norm, having a shoe come pre-stained is the next evolution. That's right, the New Balance “Pre-Distressed” Made In UK 991 looks like it's been through the wringer before you even open the box.
The “Pre-Distressed” 991 looks just like your standard 991 on the surface and bears the New Balance trademark grey colorway. However, strewn about the upper are what can only be described as stains. The grey leather and suede have patches of darkness that resemble imperfections left behind by some sort of spillage. Sneakers often feel best on foot once they’ve been broken in a little, and some scuffs and scrapes can even give the shoe character, now New Balance has taken care of that for, so you don't have to stress out over staining your shoes.
The New Balance “Pre-Distressed” Made In UK 991 does not yet have a release date but expect to see it in the coming months, no word on if you’ll have to pay extra for the stains. Stay tuned for more news from New Balance by following us on Twitter and Instagram.
Images via Hypebeast
The faux-vintage movement has all but taken over the sneaker world in recent years and leave it to New Balance to up the ante. While pre-aged midsoles and chalky edges have become the norm, having a shoe come pre-stained is the next evolution. That's right, the New Balance “Pre-Distressed” Made In UK 991 looks like it's been through the wringer before you even open the box.
The “Pre-Distressed” 991 looks just like your standard 991 on the surface and bears the New Balance trademark grey colorway. However, strewn about the upper are what can only be described as stains. The grey leather and suede have patches of darkness that resemble imperfections left behind by some sort of spillage. Sneakers often feel best on foot once they’ve been broken in a little, and some scuffs and scrapes can even give the shoe character, now New Balance has taken care of that for, so you don't have to stress out over staining your shoes.
The New Balance “Pre-Distressed” Made In UK 991 does not yet have a release date but expect to see it in the coming months, no word on if you’ll have to pay extra for the stains. Stay tuned for more news from New Balance by following us on Twitter and Instagram.
Images via Hypebeast
