Aimé Leon Dore x New Balance 650R White Green Gum

Aimé Leon Dore is back in the spotlight thanks to this sample pair of New Balance 650R. The Boston-based footwear brand can always expect an increase of traffic when Teddy Santis is at the helm. With Santis taking to his Instagram to reveal an upcoming ALD x NB 1906 and even a collaborative 860v2, it would seem like there’s no holding back for ALD in 2023. While we’re unsure as to whether this “White Green Gum” edition will be receiving a public release, all we can do is hope that the Santis and the team at New Balance can bless us with one more tasteful NB 650.

Once in a while, a shoe will come along that is crafted of the most supple of leathers that even a poorly lit leaked photo can’t hide its buttery quality. That is the case with this ALD x NB 650R, with its white leather panels detailing the various wrinkles and grain of its supreme leather construction. Mini perforations are equally spaced on the sidewall, staying true to the 650’s functional basketball roots and maintaining a level of breathability. Hits of green are a familiar hue within the ALD collaborative library, having used a similar tone on the ALD x NB 550 “Natural Green” from 2022 and even the NB 1300 from 2021. A gum outsole and two extra sets of laces ensure that these tick off another few requirements from the sneakerhead checklist, only creating more demand for the pair.

You don’t need to have been an avid ALD fan to get excited for this New Balance 650R sample. Make sure to check back into The Sole Supplier to get more up to date info surrounding this pair of Aimé Leon Dore x New Balance 650R “White Green Gum”!