The Stylish Insider

The highly anticipated collaboration between JJJJound and adidas for the Samba silhouette has been generating buzz since it was first leaked over a year ago. The initial leak showcased two styles: a classic Black/White/Gum version with a leather build and a Tan/Brown/Gum version with a shaggy suede build, both featuring custom heel branding. Now, images of a third colorway, "Off-White/Core Black/Gum," have surfaced, staying true to JJJJound 's signature aesthetic of subtle refinement. At first glance, this new colorway appears almost identical to the iconic white, black, and gum in-line Samba. It retains many of the original details, such as the gum midsole and outsole, grey suede toe cap, and black midfoot Three Stripe logo. However, there are notable differences, including a slightly eggshell-hued "Off White" tone replacing the white leather upper and the gold foil adidas branding on the lateral midfoot being replaced with "JJJJound" branding. Addi...

Renowned Montreal-based designer Justin Saunders , known by his alias JJJJound , has consistently demonstrated a keen interest in footwear. Collaborating with brands such as ASICS, New Balance , Vans, and most recently, Reebok , Saunders has cultivated a devoted following for his highly sought-after creations, which often fetch prices three times their original cost on the resale market. Continuing their successful partnership, JJJJound and Reebok are reintroducing the Classic Nylon silhouette in a captivating tonal grey colorway. Drawing inspiration from the color schemes prevalent in the early computer rooms of the 1980s, which revolved around shades of grey, taupe, and beige, this release exudes a nostalgic charm. Remaining true to the original design, the upcoming release will feature a blend of materials, including a nylon, suede, and leather upper. The sneaker will showcase a terrycloth lining, a black nylon tongue with foam padding, and will be grounded on an EVA midsole and rub...

JJJJound and New Balance have proven their successful collaboration track record with a series of footwear projects in recent years. Known for their tasteful color arrangements, the two brands have reimagined popular models like the 990v3 and 991. Now, they are gearing up to release a collaborative version of the 2002R for the Fall/Winter 2023 season. In a preview shared by JJJJound, details of the collaboration on the New Balance 2002R are revealed, including the materials used, color distribution, and co-branding. The shoe showcases various shades of blue, complemented by black "N" branding on each side, off-white laces, and a gray synthetic base. The tongue features simple "JJJJound" text, while the upper combines suede and leather overlays. The design is completed with a white and off-white N-Ergy-backed sole unit, sitting atop a black rubber outsole. The upcoming collaboration between JJJJound and New Balance presents the 2002R in a serene "Storm Blue...

JJJJound , the Montreal-based design studio, has announced its latest footwear collaboration with Crocs . This collaboration adds to JJJJound's growing list of partnerships with various footwear brands. The design studio has unveiled a "Slate Grey" colorway, joining the previously released "White" option. While the shoes may appear to be standard Crocs Classic Clogs, JJJJound has added subtle touches to redefine casual footwear. These include brass rivets with JJJJound branding on the side and a Crocs label on the medial rivet. Additionally, the Crocs logo on the shoe's strap has been replaced with tonal "JJJJound" text. The collaboration is set to release on September 14 exclusively through JJJJound's website for $75 USD per pair.