Ronnie Fieg has teamed up with New Balance to present a highly anticipated collaboration: the Ronnie Fieg x New Balance ABZORB 2010 sneaker. Dropping exclusively at the Kith Manhattan flagship store on May 16, this release marks a significant moment in both Fieg’s career and the evolution of Kith. The collaboration honors Fieg’s journey since launching Kith in 2010, celebrating 15 years of influence in the sneaker and fashion industry.
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For Fieg, 2010 was a pivotal year. It marked the beginning of his venture into sneaker culture with Kith, a brand that would eventually become a powerhouse in streetwear and footwear design. Reflecting on this formative period, Fieg revisits the energy of that time with a nod to the past and a fresh outlook. By teaming up with New Balance, Fieg brings a sense of nostalgia from the blog era, unarchiving his old website to give fans a behind-the-scenes look at the project’s inspiration and the creative process.
The collaboration features two colorways of the ABZORB 2010, showcasing Fieg’s meticulous design sensibility. While the exact color compositions are still under wraps, early glimpses show a mix of bold and contrasting hues. One pair features shades of purple, pink, blue, off-white, and black, while the other includes black and yellow with hints of gray, pink, and purple. Both styles incorporate the signature “N” branding on the midfoot, a classic New Balance detail, alongside Kith’s own logo on the tongue, ensuring the collaboration is clearly marked with the influence of both brands.
Ronnie Fieg’s Personal Touch on the ABZORB 2010
The ABZORB 2010, a new silhouette from New Balance, features a mixed-material upper that combines classic detailing with a modern build. The Kith monogram, spread across the midfoot’s “N” logos, adds a personal touch that connects the sneaker to Fieg’s brand identity. This detail, which was initially overlooked, has become a standout feature that ties the two entities together.
Fans of both Kith and New Balance have eagerly awaited this collaboration, with anticipation growing as the release date nears. The sneaker world has already recognized the ABZORB 2010’s strong potential in the market, particularly with the high demand for limited-edition releases. Set to drop on May 16, the Ronnie Fieg x New Balance ABZORB 2010 collaboration will be available in limited quantities, making it a highly anticipated release for sneaker enthusiasts. The reopening of Kith’s flagship store adds extra significance to the drop, as the release becomes a celebration of Fieg’s journey, New Balance’s innovation, and expertly crafted footwear design.
