CHARI&CO, new balance, and BEAMS T Launch a Sports Collection Themed Around Athletics
New Balance has launched a sports collection themed around athletics, in collaboration with CHARI&CO, born in New York, and BEAMS T, a T-shirt specialty label.
The collection, featuring apparel and footwear co-developed around the sports of cycling and running, is rooted in the lifestyles of East Coast American cities: New York, where CHARI&CO was born, and Boston, where New Balance originated.
The apparel and footwear, which fuse functionality with fashion, are presented in a base color of navy, designed to blend seamlessly into the urban landscape.
The "U520" shoe is a revived model, named "520" in line with the numbering of past running shoe models. It is based on a phantom sample produced at New Balance's Irish factory, which operated for only a few years in the late 1970s to early 1980s, and was discovered in recent years.
It features various materials such as embossed leather and suede, arranged in a patchwork design.
The "Athletic Jacket" is inspired by the popular "NB Athletics 78 Jacket" from the new apparel collection for Fall/Winter 2017, and is designed with specifications suitable for cycling.
It is made from a 2-way stretch material for ease of movement and features a brushed lining for warmth.
An included fleece face mask provides protection from the cold during cycling.
The hood is designed to fit snugly around the face and head, ensuring a clear field of vision for safety.
Slits on the side hems allow for easy access to pant pockets.
The collection also includes the "Sporty Side Tape Pant" made from the same material as the jacket, the "Fleece Retro Cardigan" with a smooth texture, the "Fleece Pant" with a wonderfully soft brushed interior, and a heavy-weight, 100% cotton "Long Sleeve T-shirt."
This is a noteworthy new collection that enhances everyday life with comfort and style.
"U520"
Color | SBC (Navy)
Size | 25.5–29.0 cm
Price | ¥18,000 (excluding tax)
"Athletic Jacket"
Color | NV (Navy)
Size | S, M, L, XL
Price | ¥39,000 (excluding tax)
"Sporty Side Tape Pant"
Color | NV (Navy)
Size | S, M, L, XL
Price | ¥22,000 (excluding tax)
"Fleece Retro Cardigan"
Color | NV (Navy)
Size | S, M, L, XL
Price | ¥26,000 (excluding tax)
"Fleece Pant"
Color | NV (Navy)
Size | S, M, L, XL
Price | ¥16,000 (excluding tax)
"Long Sleeve T-shirt"
Color | NV (Navy), WT (White)
Size | S, M, L, XL
Price | ¥7,900 (excluding tax)
■ Retail Locations / Release Dates
CHARI&CO OFFICIAL ONLINE SHOP | October 6
BEAMS T HARAJUKU | October 6
BEAMS ONLINE SHOP | October 23
New Balance Roppongi 19:06 | October 13
New Balance Ginza | October 13
New Balance Sapporo | October 13
New Balance Osaka | October 13
New Balance Official Online Store | October 13