As of a way of increasing excitement for his brand new label, Brendon Babenzien, the creative director or 'Noah' -- a utilitarian-inspired menswear brand -- has released a series of suede skate shoes.
Currently, consumers can only get the 'Aprix' sneakers from the Noah store in New York, however come January 2017, the designs can be bought from a number of retailers on an international scale. Considering that he's previously worked for Supreme, the suede skate shoes from Brendon Babenzien are likely to be a hit amongst streetwear fans.
Despite the designer's history however, the collection features a refined and simplistic look that been especially popular lately and Brendon Babenzien's use of pastel tones and sleek branding make the sneakers standout. In addition to the suede skate shoes, Aprix's collection includes a number of canvas options as well for more variance.
Label-Launching Skate Shoes
Brendon Babenzien's Series of Suede Skate Shoes Introduces His Brand
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