There’s been a bunch of excited approval around the internet for the impending Concepts x New Balance 999 release, but a few false starts with release dates. Finally we have the confirmed date of April 16th at Concepts to get our mitts on this cracker of a release.

Inspired by Concept’s Massachusetts roots, the shoe is handmade in Nantucket with a down-to-earth yet ultra sophisticated nautical theme, including exquisite details like sailing flags, semaphore patterns and sail canvas. The 999 is also accompanied by pitch-perfect sail accessories including a polo, duck-brimmed cap, tote bag, t-shirt, wayfarers, keychain, rope bracelet and Rayban Wayfarers.