For mushroom lovers and skateboarders alike, Premier has come up with a unique collaboration that combines the rare and coveted morel mushroom with the iconic New Balance Numeric 480 skate shoe. This is the second time Premier has teamed up with New Balance, and their latest creation is a tribute to the beauty and rarity of the morel mushroom, drawing connections between the natural world and skate culture.
A Nod to Nature and Skateboarding
Foraging for morel mushrooms is a hobby that requires patience and an eye for detail, as these mushrooms only grow in specific conditions. Premier’s collaboration takes inspiration from the mushroom's rare and fleeting nature. In their words, “like the morels, when the snow ahead melts away, we return to our familiar weathered Michigan skate spots.” The design embodies the spirit of spring and the return to skateboarding after winter.
Mushroom Aesthetics on the 480
The New Balance Numeric 480 skate shoe serves as a perfect canvas for this collaboration, showcasing a vintage mushroom-inspired design. The suede overlays are adorned with fungi patterns, while a botanist’s vintage drawing of the morel mushroom appears on both the interior of the shoe and inside the box, creating a cohesive theme that blends nature with skate culture.
The color palette reflects the warm, earthy tones of autumn, with rich browns and greens throughout the design. The gum sole features a speckled look, reminiscent of the natural environment where mushrooms thrive.
Hyphalite: Mushroom-Based Leather
One of the most exciting elements of this collaboration is the use of Hyphalite, a mushroom-based leather, to form the “N” logo on the side and the tongue of the shoe. This innovative material brings the morel mushroom to life, moving beyond inspiration and becoming a physical part of the sneaker.
Release Information
The Premier x New Balance 480 “Morel Mushroom” will be available on November 23rd, with in-store sales starting at 11 AM ET and online sales at 2 PM ET. While the exact price has not been confirmed, expect it to be around $125, based on previous collaborations.
A Unique Collaboration
This collaboration between Premier and New Balance highlights how the New Balance Numeric 480 has become a popular choice for skateboarding collaborations. With other brands like KITH and skate legends like Jeremy Fish and Tiago Lemos also teaming up with New Balance on this silhouette, it’s clear that the 480 is a favorite in the skateboarding community.
For those who appreciate rare mushrooms and unique sneaker designs, this collaboration is not to be missed.
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