The New Balance 480 Drops in Classic College Colors
Sneakerheads are on a constant quest to find their next pair of shoes. However, affordability is often the most important variable when shopping. Luckily for consumers, New Balance offers a wide-ranging selection of its most iconic models.
Our regular readers know that the New Balance 650 has enjoyed a tremendous rise in popularity over the past year. Building on that success, New Balance has pulled out another retro basketball shoe from the brand's archives.
The model, once known as the New Balance BB680, has made a triumphant return as the New Balance 480 High. The high-top retro sneaker was worn by NBA players during the ultra-physical era of the 1980s. Now the old-school hoop shoe is back in two classic college colorways.
New Balance 480
New Balance
The New Balance 480 High was recently released in two colorways for $110 in adult sizes on the New Balance website. The 'White with Poppy' and the 'White with Team Carolina' are obvious nods to two of the most prestigious basketball programs in the country.
Both shoes feature white leather uppers, contrasted by school colors on the toe box, heels, and outsoles. The brand's iconic branding appears on the sides, insoles, and tongues of the shoes.
Whether you're gearing up for college football season or need a pair of kicks to wear for casual use, the New Balance 480 High offers an eye-catching silhouette suitable for most occasions. Stay tuned to Men's Journal Sneakers for all your footwear news.
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