After being previewed at an AURALEE fashion show in 2023, New Balance’s WRPD Runner has enjoyed an array of colorways covering multiple color palettes. Following up on an early look at the upcoming Pink Cream colorway, Foot Locker has announced an exclusive collection of WRPD Runner colorways.
Spearheading the campaign for these two colorways, one in Linen Sea Salt and the other in Harbor Grey Concrete is NBA star and New Balance athlete Jamal Murray. As for the shoes, we see two neutral color schemes constructed with suede and woven knit, the latter acting as the base. Tonal shades cover both pairs, with the Linen Sea Salt colorway coming with a linen hairy suede on its overlays around the toe, eyelets, and heel. This color matches the shade of the mesh base, while the N logo on the midfoot is woven in a sea salt hue. The look finishes with a tonal foam midsole with FuelCell cushioning and a rubber outsole.
On the Harbor Grey Concrete pair, we see a similar construction with harbor grey hues hitting the overlays across the upper. Below this is a lighter, concrete grey shade, taking over the toe, midfoot, collar, and tongue mesh. A creamy N logo comes placed on the midfoot, while a white and grey midsole and outsole complete the design.
The Foot Locker exclusive New Balance WRPD Runner Collection will release October 1, 2024, via Foot Locker online and in-store. Available in men’s sizing, the retail price has yet to be announced. Download the Sole Retriever mobile app to stay updated on the latest releases, raffles, news, and more in the sneaker and streetwear world.
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New Balance WRPD Runner Linen Sea Salt (Foot Locker Exclusive)
New Balance WRPD Runner Harbor Grey Concrete (Foot Locker Exclusive)
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