WTAPS x New Balance 2010 "Light Green" U2010WT

The WTAPS x New Balance 2010 “Light Green” brings together Japanese streetwear precision and New Balance’s performance heritage in one sharp, militarised package. Building on the silhouette’s early 2000s running roots, this collaboration reworks the 2010 with tones and textures that reflect WTAPS’ utilitarian identity.

The upper comes dressed in light green suede overlays, sage leather panels, and breathable mesh underlays, creating a layered build that balances durability with comfort. WTAPS’ preference for military-inspired palettes is clear throughout, while subtle branded details on the heel and lateral side tie the shoe firmly to the collaboration.

Beneath, the midsole does more than provide cushioning—it steals the show. The segmented ABZORB unit comes in a crisp white base, offset by bright neon green ABZORB SBS pods at the heel. These pops of colour energise the otherwise subdued design, injecting modernity into the silhouette’s futuristic lines while highlighting New Balance’s commitment to visible tech.

The WTAPS x New Balance 2010 “Light Green” doesn’t just update the runner, it reframes it. The blend of earthy tones, premium materials, and bold sole accents creates a shoe that feels equal parts archival throwback and streetwear essential. Whether worn as a functional trainer or as part of a carefully curated rotation, this release demonstrates how two brands can merge aesthetics without losing authenticity.

Arriving as another chapter in WTAPS’ ongoing partnership with New Balance, this “Light Green” edition cements itself as one of the most versatile collaborative takes on the 2010 yet.