Celebrate Grey Day! New Balance launches “Moon Daze,” a collection of shoes that are processed to look as if they have actually walked on the surface of the moon.

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Celebrate Grey Day! New Balance launches "Moon Daze," a collection of shoes that are processed to look as if they have actually walked on the surface of the moon.

New Balance celebrates “Grey Day” with the release of “Moon Daze,” a classic collection of gray-toned footwear, on Friday, May 12, 2023. The lineup includes the “550,” “580,” “90/60,” and “Fresh Foam x More Trail v3.

New Balance celebrates its annual Grey Day! Four pairs of shoes with a “moonwalking” effect!

Every year, New Balance celebrates “Grey Day” to honor the brand’s enduring design and legacy of the iconic color “grey. This year’s Grey Day is set for Friday, May 12, with the launch of the classic “Moon Daze” collection in grey. The lineup will be based on the question, “What if New Balance was the first sneaker on the moon? What would the shoes look like after walking on the moon?” The lineup includes the “550,” “580,” “90/60,” and “Fresh Foam x More Trail v3,” which were born from the idea of “What if New Balance was the first sneaker on the moon? The upper and sole of each shoe have been specially treated to look as if they have actually walked on the moon, and are available in the “Moon Daze” collection’s exclusive colors.

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” 550.”

The “550” is a reissue of a competitive basketball shoe released in the 1980s. The upper is made of various materials, such as light gray nubuck, suede, leather, and mesh, to create a three-dimensional effect. In addition, the grippy rubber outsole is blended with rubber tips for improved walking performance. Special processing is applied to the sole sole back and the entire upper.
Price: ¥18,700 (tax included)

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“”580″”

Based on the “580” trail running model introduced in 1996, this pair represents “Moon Dust. The midsole is equipped with ROLLBAR for excellent stability when landing, and the outsole features a rugged sole with excellent grip. The back of the sole and heel tabs have a special finish that makes it look as if you have actually walked on the surface of the moon.
Price: ¥18,700 (tax included)

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“”90/60″”

The “90/60” is a modern take on the “990” series, New Balance’s heritage model from the 1990s, and the “860”, its heritage model from the 2000s, fused together and reimagined. Special processing is applied to the upper, shoe tongue, and sole.
Price: ¥19,800 (tax included)

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” Fresh Foam x More Trail v3″

This model features the thickest and softest “Fresh Foam x” in the series’ history, a “Fresh Foam” midsole material that supports comfortable running. The highly stretchable engineered mesh upper provides high breathability while comfortably wrapping the foot. In addition, the thick midsole is designed with a two-layer structure to provide both cushioning and stability. In addition, the toe portion features “TOE PROTECT” to protect the toe area under trail conditions, and the outsole is made of “Vibram Eco-Step EVO,” an eco-friendly material. The outsole is made of eco-friendly material, Vibram Eco-Step EVO, and a special treatment is applied to the back of the sole.
Price: ¥20,900 (tax included)

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[“new balance “Moon Daze” ] Details

Release date: May 12, 2023 (Friday)
Available at: New Balance official online store, New Balance official stores, and some other stores

Contact: 0120-85-7120( New Balance Japan Customer Service Center)

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