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New Balance for J.Crew 1400 Sneakers

New Balance for J. Crew 1400 Sneakers are the latest in a long line of Crew updates to iconic fashion lines. The suede leather shoes and 1400 silhouette designs look great with most any coordinates with color schemes–available in navy and pine green–blending well into your daily attire. The collaboration is an effort to support American manufacturing. Every pair rolls off the line at New Balance’s Maine-based plant and the tanned leather used in producing that premium suede feel is fashioned here in the States.

With New Balance already a leader in athletic apparel, this latest selection promises to move NB into more casual fashion scenarios. It helps having the J. Crew name behind you. For more than 25 years, the J. Crew name has made an impact in the men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing market. New Balance has been around for more than a century. Together, the two companies boast 130+ years of experience, and with this collaboration, it’s easy to see why they’ve stayed around so long.

The North Face Back to Berkeley

Winter’s coming, which means one thing – winter sports. Snowball fights, snow football, snow frisbee – hell, some of you may even want to join the Polar Bear Club and to you I say, “Have fun with that pneumonia.” If you’re going to be spending a lot of time outdoors this winter, the “Back to Berkeley” shoe line from the North Face might be perfect for you.

The shoes are made of a PU-coated ballistic polyester and waterproof suede. A Hydroseal waterproof membrane keeps the liquid outside, while the 100 g PrimaLoft Eco insulation maintains warmth inside.

Other features include an Ortholite sockliner, a die-cut EVA midsole and a rugged Winter Grip rubber outsole with ice pick for added traction on icy roads.