New Balance 992 given an offbeat reinterpretation by Action Bronson
Action Bronson Unveils Loud and Beautiful 'Tiger's Eye' New Balance 992
Rapper, TV personality, and gourmand Action Bronson has once again collaborated with New Balance, this time on the iconic New Balance 992. The collaboration, named 'Tiger's Eye', was released in 2022.
The 'Tiger's Eye' New Balance 992 is a bold and unconventional take on the classic silhouette, featuring cork suede, orange mesh, a dark brown sole, and a baby blue tongue. Action Bronson's unique style is evident in the colorway, with the intentionally mismatched shades challenging people to find ways to style them.
Bronson drew inspiration for the 'Tiger's Eye' New Balance 992 from a meditation session, a testament to his unapologetic approach to individuality and creativity. The collaboration is a staple of the brand that they don't let just anyone collaborate on, a sign of the mutual respect between the two parties.
Bronson's endorsement has been beneficial for New Balance, especially as his cultural renown has grown. The rapper is known for being unapologetically himself, a trait that is reflected in his New Balance collaborations. His press release for the 'Tiger's Eye' New Balance 992 was written in all-caps, a nod to his larger-than-life personality.
Action Bronson has established a unique vernacular in his music that is often humorously descriptive of food, luxurious locales, women, and mythical creatures. This vernacular is mirrored in the dedicated page showcasing phrases that sound like Action Bronson lyrics, further cementing his influence on the collaboration.
In 2024, Action Bronson named one of his New Balance collaborations 'Breaking News'. The 'Tiger's Eye' New Balance 992, however, is a source of protection, guidance, and wisdom for Bronson. He refers to it as loud and beautiful, a fitting description for a collaboration that is as unique as the man behind it.
Action Bronson's style is known for being bold and unconventional, even in his choice of sneaker colorways. The 'Tiger's Eye' New Balance 992 is no exception, standing out as a testament to the rapper's creative vision and New Balance's willingness to push the boundaries of sneaker design.
