New collab: Concepts X New Balance 999 "The Kennedy"

Next to be released, is the Concepts X New Balance 999 called "The Kennedy". This sneaker is paying tribute to former U.S. President John F. Kennedy and his love for sailing. These are not my taste but these are decent. The colorway I must say is neutral, clean and "very summer". I will say this though Concepts always does good when they collab with sneaker brands so props to them! These are due to release April 2. **Update** The release date for these have been pushed back to April 16th!
Pic and some info via Sneaker News

New Balance and Concepts celebrate Boston's Freedom Trail

Just wanted to remind folks traveling to New England for Turkey Day that they need to stop by Concepts on Black Friday! And go early! That's when the NB for Concepts Freedom Trail package drops. Since New Balance and Concepts are both based in the greater Boston area, they decided to celebrate the heritage of the city, using the red of the Freedom Trail (it marks the walking history trail for visitors) and the brown of the brick of Boston's historic North End neighborhood.


They are rolling out a beaut of a 1500 runner, and a brand new hiker called the 875, both with gobs of high quality materials and luxury touches. The 1500 is a runner first out in 1989, and this version features a combination of perforated and solid suede with burnished leather. The 875 features the same combination of leathers with unique venting tick marks on the collar of each boot for maximum breathability. As Concepts brand manager Frank Rivera adds, “We selected rich brown honeybuck suedes and slick leathers that are so soft, if you push your finger into the leather, you will leave a thumbprint.” Sweet! The 1500 is going for $150, and the hiker is going for $160. Smallest size is probably (hopefully) a 7, possibly larger. They will also be available at select retailers worldwide.

Concepts Nike SB Lobster

Dropping this Saturday, only at Concepts! Comes with some great swag: the lobster claw band, a t-shirt, a condiment pack with fork, bib, wet naps, etc, extra laces and a poster. Only 200 made, and the first 50 buyers will get the special make up wooden box. Plus the release party is being catered by Legal Seafood! What more could you want?

And since I've been slacking on my foot and web searches, I have to credit this info not to my neighbors at Concepts (I haven't even checked out their new store location, shame!), but to a new blog I just heard from: eflifestyle.com (Expressive Frontier). It's got a fun mix of music, fashion, kicks, business and even a dash of politics. Check them out...