New Balance has released a D.C.-inspired sneaker
New Balance recently released a DC-inspired sneaker, which goes for $200 and currently seems to be sold out in our area. That’s no big surprise: DC has a long history with New Balance sneakers, and the area has been credited with helping make the brand cool back in the ’80s. The DC992, as the new shoe is called, was designed by Washington native June Sanders and offers only a subtle visual nod to the city, with a small DC flag on the heel.
June Sanders has designed 15-plus New Balance exclusives for his employer, retailer DTLR.
New Balance recently released a D.C.-inspired sneaker called the DC992, designed by Washington, D.C. native June Sanders. The shoe, a DTLR exclusive, features elements honoring the city, including the D.C. flag on the heel and design choices inspired by the “Discover & Celebrate” spirit of the District. The sneaker has been well-received and is currently sold out in some locations.
Here’s a more detailed look:
Design Inspiration:The DC992, also known as the “Discover & Celebrate” 992, is a grey suede sneaker with metallic silver reflective mesh, black overlays, and a D.C. flag in an oval shield on the heel. Designer:June Sanders, a product design manager at DTLR, created the shoe. She was born in D.C. and raised in nearby Prince George’s County, Maryland.DTLR Collaboration:The sneaker is a DTLR exclusive, meaning it was released in collaboration with the retailer and features their branding. D.C. Elements:The design incorporates the D.C. flag as a focal point and aims to represent the spirit of each ward in the city. Release and Availability:The sneaker was released last month and is currently sold out in some areas, including DTLR’s website and store locations.
Significance:he release of the DC992 highlights D.C.’s long-standing love affair with New Balance sneakers and acknowledges the brand’s cultural impact on the city.
- Beyond the Shoe:The story of the DC992 is also connected to a larger narrative of D.C. culture and the role of New Balance in the city’s style.
