Treasure Hunting in Seongsu: Finding Rare Loafers at New Balance Flagship with $70+ Savings

Grey New Balance mule sneaker on a wooden shelf against a white wall.

Introduction: Experiencing the New Balance Mecca in Seongsu, Seoul Seongsu is the undisputed heart of Seoul’s modern youth culture. It used to be a rusty old industrial zone. Today, it features trendy cafes and highly curated flagship stores. However, it is not just another aesthetic neighborhood. The New Balance Seongsu store stands out prominently here. Continue reading “Treasure Hunting in Seongsu: Finding Rare Loafers at New Balance Flagship with $70+ Savings”

A Decade in the Making, Third Time’s the Charm! My New Balance U1300JP Raffle Saga – A Tale of Multiple Entries and (Almost) Tears

Side view of the U1300JP and its accessories.

Prologue: An Admiration for New Balance Sparked by a J.CREW Catalog My journey with New Balance, or rather, when I truly started paying attention to the brand, dates back to 2014. It was during a trip to Hawaii that I stumbled upon a J.CREW collaboration model. At the time, Todd Snyder was the men’s director Continue reading “A Decade in the Making, Third Time’s the Charm! My New Balance U1300JP Raffle Saga – A Tale of Multiple Entries and (Almost) Tears”