JJJJound’s New Balance 1890 release is scheduled for June 25th at 9 AM EST on JJJJound.com, with the collaboration arriving in “White/Grey” and “Black.”
The “White/Gray” combination is what pulls the silhouette firmly into vintage territory. Light on top with grey overlays and small touches of yellow give it a retro collegiate vibe, while keeping the look fairly muted. It’s good that it doesn’t go overboard as the 1890 already has tons of character from its built up runner construction and beefier tooling.
“Black” sits closer to JJJJound’s usual New Balance lane. The upper stays dark, the accents are kept white, and the branding is minimal. Still, the shoe does not come across as quiet in the same way some earlier JJJJound pairs have. The 1890 has more bulk and paneling, which gives the simple colorway a little more weight.
Off-white ABZORB cushioning finishes both pairs and adds a lightly aged contrast under the more modern upper. It is not a major change, but it helps soften the build while keeping the release tied to JJJJound’s utilitarian look.
The JJJJound x New Balance 1890 “White/Grey” and “Black” will be available exclusively through JJJJound.com on June 25th.
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JJJJound x New Balance 1890 “White/Grey”
Release Date: June 25, 2026
Price: TBA
JJJJound x New Balance 1890 “Black”
Release Date: June 25, 2026
Price: TBA
