Pre-orders for sneakers are becoming increasingly frequent, providing would-be buyers with a guaranteed purchase in exchange for their patience. This type of release is a nice alternative to limited-edition drops, which exclude the vast majority of sneakerheads, and it demonstrates that sneaker makers can certainly satisfy demand if given enough time.
Aimé
Leon Dore's New Balance 650R, a high-top basketball shoe first introduced in
the late 1980s, is the latest sneaker to receive this more egalitarian
treatment. Following the success of the sold-out 550 partnership, ALD continues
its minimalist treatments for classic basketball sneakers. For a trio of ultra-clean shoes, a primarily white top and off-white midsole are combined with
green, purple, or grey embellishments.
Neither
the 550 nor the 650R are as well-known as other basketball sneakers from the
1980s, such as the Air Jordan 1 or the Converse Weapon, and the two styles now
appear borderline orthopedic. That's really a good thing because dad-like
kicks aren't going away anytime soon.
Pre-orders
for Aimé Leon Dore's 650R began today, with delivery beginning in 2022. While
the brand hasn't stated that the sneaker will be available in limitless
numbers, such a long wait implies that everyone interested in the shoe will be
able to pre-order during the window of availability.
To
reserve a pair, simply establish an account on ALD's website and place your
pre-order beginning at 11 a.m. ET on Friday, July 31. Along with the sneakers,
apparel will be available for pre-order, removing the element of chance from
the equation before the complete capsule is released in limited quantities next
year.
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