[Update 23 Feb 2023] Two new colorways of the New Balance 610 have been previewed by footwear designer Yue Wu on his Instagram with the caption “Reversed Classics”. A red and a maroon colorway, featuring the same glossy overlays, are pictured alongside the “Gray” colorway. No additional release information is available so stay tuned for more latest updates on these Yue Wu-designed New Balance 610 models.

[Update 17 Feb 2023] An additional “Gray” colorway has joined the New Balance 610 “Punch Green”, with both having been released at New Balance Japan today.

The new New Balance 610 “Gray” reprises the same glossy overlays-on-mesh construction as its electric green-hued sibling. The mesh upper sports a “Charcoal” color while the synthetic leather overlays appear in a gray with a blueish tint. Notably, the patent synthetic leather returns, lending both pairs their standout shiny quality.

With Yue Wu’s remodelled version generating considerable buzz in the sneakersphere, it looks like New Balance is finally ready to unleash more inline New Balance 610 sneakers.

In what could be considered as one of the series’ most daring offerings to date, the New Balance 610 arrives in a bright “Punch Green” colorway, with the titular color almost covering the entire shoe. Sporting a standard NB 610 construction, the same C-CAP midsole cushioning and ridged outsole have been retained, reminding us of the silhouette’s trail-running origin.

The highlight on this pair is undoubtedly its eye-catching colorway. Atop a black mesh upper, synthetic leather overlays in “Punch Green” wraps all over the sneaker. The same shade of green also finds its way onto the sole unit, laces and heel area. For a little contrast, hits of “Lilac Cloud” are sprinkled sparingly around.

But, perhaps, what really makes this New Balance 610 “Punch Green” stand out is the combination of glossy synthetic material with the titular green hue, making sure the model glow almost unapologetically and turn heads.

The New Balance 610 “Punch Green” is landing on 17 February with a price tag of JPY13,200 (~US$100). Meanwhile, take an early look at this upcoming colorway via the gallery above.

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