Action Bronson’s partnership with New Balance is entering new territory. After delivering several standout collaborations, the Queens rapper and longtime sneaker personality has officially introduced the New Balance 2811, his first signature model with the Boston-based brand.
Bronson shared the clearest look yet on Instagram, giving fans a closer view after previously wearing the shoe courtside at Madison Square Garden. Those early appearances offered little detail, but the latest photos confirm several personalized touches tied to his Mr. Baklava identity.
“Baklava” lettering is stitched across the tongue, while a molded TPU piece creates a V-shaped detail around the toe. The rest of the upper has yet to be fully revealed, leaving much of the model’s construction and material setup under wraps.
Underfoot, the New Balance 2811 reportedly uses the same ABZORB-cushioned sole unit found on the New Balance 2010. That familiar foundation suggests the shoe will continue New Balance’s recent run of bulky, performance-inspired lifestyle models while giving Bronson room to build something distinctly his own.
Receiving a true signature sneaker is rare for a collaborator outside professional sports. The move reflects how far Bronson’s relationship with New Balance has grown following multiple highly sought-after releases and several pairs that landed among the year’s most talked-about sneakers.
A release date for the Action Bronson x New Balance 2811 has not been announced. Based on the timing of the reveal, the shoe could arrive during the Fall/Winter 2026 season, although that window remains unconfirmed.
Check out the first detailed images below, and stay tuned for more information as New Balance prepares to officially introduce the model.
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