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Comme des Garçons and New Balance footwear collaboration

Overview

Comme des Garçons HOMME and New Balance announced a collaboration involving a new version of the 1890A model, scheduled for release on November 6, 2026. The footwear is designed as a hybrid between a running-inspired sneaker and a classic loafer, utilizing moc-toe construction and gathered stitching to blend traditional elements with technicality.

The collection features two colorways: a Black/Charcoal version and a Beige/Orange version. Technical specifications include Absorb midsole technology and Absorb SBS cushioning in the heel. The shoes will be available through Comme des Garçons, Dover Street Market, and select retailers.

Entities

New Balance · Dover Street Market · Comme des Garçons · Comme des Garçons Homme

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Comme des Garçons Homme and New Balance announce 1890A collaboration

    Comme des Garçons Homme and New Balance will release two colorways of the collaborative 1890A sneaker on November 6, 2026, featuring a moc-toe inspired design.

  2. [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Comme des Garçons and New Balance announce 1890A collaboration

    Comme des Garçons HOMME and New Balance will release a sneaker-loafer hybrid 1890A collaboration on November 6, 2026, in two suede colorways.

Sources

designscene.net · gq-magazine.co.uk · sneakerbardetroit.com · snkrempire.com · wwd.com · wwdjapan.com