New Balance is really going all out with the 204L. After checking out the Black and Sage Green last week, we’re now getting up close with the New Balance 204L Silver Metallic Blue. The latest colorway to land on the Boston sportswear brand’s ’70s-inspired runner – here’s everything you need to know.
Without beating around the bush, the 204L is exactly the kind of sneaker your dad might’ve worn back in the day. A crisp white mesh base sets the stage, overlaid with matte Silver Metallic panels that lean into a vintage aesthetic. Double-stacked “N” logos arrive in Sky Blue, a shade that also covers the heel badge and eyelets, tied together with a set of pre-yellowed laces for that aged look.
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