A Complete Guide to This Weekend’s Sneaker Releases

From the 'Lapis Lazui' Action Bronson x New Balance 990v6 to the Bape x Adidas Campus, here is a complete guide to all of this week's best sneaker releases.

Jun 30, 2023
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The sneaker companies decided to give us a break from the usual onslaught of big releases ahead of the busy holiday weekend. 


That doesn't mean that there aren't still some notable pairs dropping. Another chance at Action Bronson's second New Balance 990v6, the latest from Bape and Adidas, some premium New Balances dressed in purple, and a new spin on a classic Air Jordan colorway will all be up for grabs.


Take a closer look at all of this week's best sneaker releases below. 

New Balance / Via New Balance

The sneaker companies decided to give us a break from the usual onslaught of big releases ahead of the busy holiday weekend. 


That doesn't mean that there aren't still some notable pairs dropping. Another chance at Action Bronson's second New Balance 990v6, the latest from Bape and Adidas, some premium New Balances dressed in purple, and a new spin on a classic Air Jordan colorway will all be up for grabs.


Take a closer look at all of this week's best sneaker releases below. 

New Balance Made in USA 'Plum' Pack

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Price: $209.99
When: Thursday, June 29 at 10 a.m.
Where: newbalance.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The latest delivery from Teddy Santis' New Balance Made in USA collection is tonal pairs of the 990v3 and 998. Each features premium plum purple suede overlays. Reflective silver "N" logos and cream hits on the midsole complete each colorway. 

Action Bronson x New Balance 990v6 'Lapis Lazuli'

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Price: $219.99
When: Friday, June 30 at 10 a.m.
Where: newbalance.com and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Couldn't make it out to Paris for the special pop-up? Miss out on the online drop last week? Luckily, Action Bronson's second collab with New Balance is getting one more release on Friday morning for anyone still searching. The "Lapis Lazuli" 990v6 is dressed in various shades of blue mesh and suede. Iridescent overlays, hiking boot-inspired laces, a purple hit on the heel, yellow midsole, and gum bottoms complete this pair.

Air Jordan 7 'White Infrared'

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Price: $200
When: Friday, June 30 at 10 a.m.
Where: Nike SNKRS and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: The newest Air Jordan 7 takes some inspiration from an OG colorway of the Air Jordan 6. The colorway mimics the "White Infrared" 6s with its white leather upper, black tongue, and infrared accents. 

Bape x Adidas Campus 80s 'Brown'

Adidas / Via Adidas

Price: $150
When: Saturday, July 1 at 11 a.m.
Where: Adidas Confirmed and other select retailers
What You Need to Know: Bape and Adidas are linking up once again. This time, the duo has created a brown suede pair of Campus 80s. Details include Bape's signature star motif on the lateral side of each shoe, Adidas' Three Stripes on the medial portion, and gold foil Bape branding. A special gold dubrae celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Japanese streetwear brand completes each pair. 

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