New Balance 204L Promises miu miu Style for Just $110

The world may never know how confident New Balance and miu miu were that their 530L collaboration would explode in popularity, but the former has taken note of the event, developing more ensembles in partnership with the Italian fashion house. Additionally, it seems that the Boston-based institution will try to capitalize on the situation by offering a new, budget-friendlier silhouette named 204L.

In comparison to miu miu's popular canvas, the New Balance 204L's origins aren't well-documented. Its similar busy upper design, however, suggests the impending model also draws inspiration from vintage running shoes. A low-profile, suede-heavy build positions the sneaker next to the $1,120 collaboration, as well as other old school offerings from Adidas Originals and PUMA, for example.

The 204L-branded design isn't too dissimilar from the New Balance RC56, a silhouette stealthily introduced by Aimé Leon Dore in one of its lookbooks. This sneaker references the RX505 cross-country racer from the late 2000s. Both models share a thin sole unit, firmly positioning them in the retro sports space.

Months after the first unauthorized look at the NB 204L surfaced across social media, New Balance confirmed the sneaker's launch with its announcement of Rosalía as its newest global ambassador.

The silhouette has already appeared in different collaborative makeups thanks to Kith and Basketweave Gallery, but it's ready to build its inline roster beginning on July 30. A "Mushroom" pair will debut via NewBalance.com for just $110.

Enjoy campaign photos of the inaugural New Balance 204L ahead, and check out the latest Nike Air Max releases when you're done.