New Balance marks the upcoming holiday with a collection that mixes deep neutrals and bright red accents.
Summary
- New Balance has released its annual Lunar New Year capsule centered around the Year of the Fire Horse theme.
- The footwear lineup includes updated versions of the 204L, ABZORB 2000, and ABZORB 2010 in earth tones with fiery accents.
- A complementary apparel range features simple separates in ivory, charcoal, and deep red.
January brings a specific sort of calendar fatigue, but the Lunar New Year releases usually offer a sartorial cure. New Balance has just dropped its annual contribution to the festivities, and the aesthetic focus this time is the Year of the Fire Horse. Rather than relying solely on bright crimson, the brand grounded the collection in deep earth tones and neutrals that allow specific shades of red to pop.
The footwear selection leads the release. New Balance revisited the 204L silhouette, offering it in two distinct colorways. There is a brown version for those who prefer a darker palette and a bright white option for a cleaner look. Both 204L styles feature red stitching on the tongue, a subtle nod to the holiday that does not feel overpowering.
For those who lean toward a more technical aesthetic, the drop includes two variations from the ABZORB line. The ABZORB 2000 comes in black, but the design avoids looking flat thanks to the fiery red and orange cushioning visible with every step. Standing out from the pack is the ABZORB 2010, which arrives in a tawny brown offset by silver mesh. It is a runner that feels very much of the moment.
The apparel plays a supporting role here. The clothing is simple and designed to sit quietly alongside the footwear. Jackets, sweatshirts, and soft, oversized pants are available in a palette of ivory, charcoal, and deep red. Each piece bears the New Balance signature.
You can shop the Lunar New Year “Year of the Horse” collection now on the New Balance website.
