Junya Watanabe MAN Updates the New Balance URC42 Sneaker
References: highsnobiety
New Balance is no stranger to collaborative projects and its URC42 sneaker model gets some attention this time around. As a part of Junya Watanabe MAN's show unveiling the designs for the Spring/Summer 2024 season, there was a pair of the aforementioned shoes.
The silhouette gets a glossy tonal finish with a slightly lustrous leather finish throughout the upper offset by matte suede materials. It is finished in either black or white paint details before the co-branding details are applied. It has a smooth ride at the base foundation for a rather simplistic look and notably delivers a flat-footed structure. It comes in the monochromatic options of either a black colorway or a white colorway with contrast at the tongue tab branding.
Image Credit: COMME DES GARÇONS
The silhouette gets a glossy tonal finish with a slightly lustrous leather finish throughout the upper offset by matte suede materials. It is finished in either black or white paint details before the co-branding details are applied. It has a smooth ride at the base foundation for a rather simplistic look and notably delivers a flat-footed structure. It comes in the monochromatic options of either a black colorway or a white colorway with contrast at the tongue tab branding.
Image Credit: COMME DES GARÇONS
Trend Themes
1. Monochromatic Tonal Finishes - Exploring glossy tonal finishes for footwear collections offers a modern twist on traditional designs.
2. Co-branding Detail Enhancements - Elevating sneaker designs through unique co-branding details creates standout collaborative pieces.
3. Suede-matte Contrasts - Incorporating matte suede materials alongside glossy finishes introduces tactile contrast in sneaker aesthetics.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear & Fashion Design - The footwear industry can capitalize on sleek tonal finishes and unique co-branding collaborations for enhanced product offerings.
2. Luxury Goods & Accessories - Luxury brands can leverage the juxtaposition of suede-matte contrasts to create sophisticated and visually appealing accessories.
3. Marketing & Branding - Branding professionals have the opportunity to explore new approaches with co-branding details to differentiate products in competitive markets.
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