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Brand: Bodega x New Balance

Model: 997S “Better Days”

Key Features: The latest colorway — which New Balance senior manager of global collaborations, Joe Grondin confirmed would be the final chapter in his Instagram post (below) — features a mismatched lateral and medial design, both in terms of colors and materials used. Orange, purple, and yellow are paired with greys, whites, and beige, while the upper is constructed of a mix of leather, synthetic material, and hairy suede.

Release Date: September 25

Price: $160

Buy: Online at Bodega

Editor’s Notes: Bodega has unveiled its third and final collaborative New Balance 997S, dubbed “Better Days.” The sneaker follows in the footsteps the Bodega x New Balance 997S “No Days Off” and “No Bad Days,” which were released in April and September of last year, respectively.

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The Bodega x New Balance 997S “Better Days” is set to be released on Friday, September 25 via Bodega’s webstore.

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