If there’s one designer with a packed schedule, it’s Salehe Bembury. In addition to his long-standing collaboration with Crocs, where he designed the now-iconic Pollex Clog, Bembury has recently begun working with PUMA, all while maintaining his relationship with New Balance.
His next release? The New Balance 1000 ‘Fog Be The Cloud’.
Just like with his previous New Balance drops (or any other design, really), the sneaker gets a bold, colorful makeover. Originally launched in 1999, the New Balance 1000 made its comeback in 2025 to celebrate its 25th anniversary. With a chunky silhouette that fits perfectly into the Y2K runner aesthetic, the model’s mix of materials makes it the ideal canvas for a vibrant design.
And ‘Fog Be The Cloud’ is exactly that—vibrant. The sneaker blends eye-catching shades of blue, green, and red. Suede elements on the toe contrast nicely with the patent leather overlays on the midfoot and the rugged mesh on the upper.
The green outsole features New Balance’s signature ABZORB cushioning for comfort and shock absorption. On the heel, a pink emblem with Salehe’s name nods to the collaboration.
Release
The Salehe Bembury x New Balance 1000 'Fog Be The Cloud' drops on September 5, 2025, at 10 am at select retailers, with other stores getting the colorway a bit later. Check out our release calendar for the full lowdown.
A second colorway is also reportedly on the way, as previously teased.
Check out the official images of the sneaker below and keep an eye on the Sneakerjagers news page for updates on this (and other) upcoming releases.
The Salehe Bembury x New Balance 1000 'Fog Be The Cloud' will be released on September 5, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at select retailers, with other stores receiving the colorway a bit later. Check out the Sneakerjagers release calendar for the full lowdown.
