The New Balance 2002R ‘Rain Cloud’ is the colourway that ignited the now-iconic ‘Protection Pack’ series – a collection originally conceptualised as the Refined Future by designer Yue Wu. Reimagining the 2002R silhouette with a worn-in sensibility, this pair blends technical performance with raw aesthetics to striking effect. Characterised by jagged-edged suede overlays and tonal grey palettes, the ‘Rain Cloud’ balances precision with chaos. Wu’s design process embraced imperfection, simulating years of wear without compromising the structural integrity or comfort of the shoe. While the ‘Protection Pack’ name was coined by a retailer and not Wu himself, the spirit of refinement through age remains intact. A true milestone in modern sneaker design, the 2002R ‘Rain Cloud’ is both a collector’s essential and a wearable study in contrast, future nostalgia in its purest form.
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