Vintage sneakers aren’t exactly a new concept. Sportswear companies have been reissuing archival silhouettes for decades now. But vintage sneakers that come pre-distressed and pre-dirtied? That’s a different story. If you’re after a pair that looks like it’s already been through the wringer, the New Balance 1000 Dirty White might be exactly what you’re looking for.
Over the past few years, some of the biggest names in the sneaker game have dabbled in the dirty shoe trend. adidas has done it. Nike too. And let’s not even get started on Balenciaga. But for New Balance, this is relatively fresh territory – and they’re entering the chat with the 1000.
