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We Got An Up Close Look at the Aminé x New Balance 2000 ABZORB ‘Biblioteca’
Aminé is back with another New Balance collaboration, and this time, he’s taking it to the library. The Biblioteca 2000 is the Portland rapper’s latest creative project with the brand, blending retro runner energy with a love letter to the public spaces that shaped him.
The name says it all. Biblioteca – Spanish for “library.” From the ground up, the sneaker metaphorically lives and breathes storytelling. The packaging mimics book-drop stations, while the insoles come printed with a library card graphic. Nodding to community, nostalgia, and knowledge, each element binds together to produce an eye-catching sneaker.
A Closer Look at the Aminé x New Balance 2000 ABZORB ‘Biblioteca’ (U2000ME)...
Visually, the Biblioteca 2000 stands out with a bold green upper, contrasted by bright yellow and crisp white accents. Glow-in-the-dark details across the upper and midsole mean the design doesn’t just pop in daylight – it shines when the lights dip. Underfoot, New Balance keeps things cushioned with full-length ABZORB SBS pods and classic ABZORB foam, pairing comfort with that chunky Y2K silhouette.
But Aminé isn’t stopping at a single colourway! At his Best Day Ever Festival in Portland on 13-14th September, he’s dropping an ultra-limited multicolour “Best Day Ever” edition of the Biblioteca 2000. With only 100 pairs available, the exclusivity factor is off the charts. Festival-goers who pre-order the green version will be entered into a raffle to secure one of the rare pairs, adding another layer of hype to the weekend.
There’s also a community-driven element to the launch. Aminé has invited fans to donate books to his local Portland library ahead of the drop. Anyone who contributes and tags him with proof of donation is in with a chance to win a free pair – a fitting gesture for a sneaker that celebrates the spaces where stories are stored and shared.
The Drop Date!
The Aminé x New Balance 2000 ABZORB Biblioteca 2000 (U2000ME) officially lands on FRIDAY 3RD OCTOBER 2025, via Club Banana and select global retailers. In the meantime, shop the latest from New Balance below…
Frequently asked questions about the Aminé x New Balance 2000 ABZORB ‘Biblioteca’:
When does the Aminé x New Balance 2000 ABZORB ‘Biblioteca’ release?
The Biblioteca 2000 drops 3rd October 2025, through Club Banana (Aminé’s brand) and select global retailers.
What makes the Biblioteca 2000 unique?
The sneaker is inspired by libraries, featuring book-drop style packaging, library card insoles, glow-in-the-dark detailing, and Aminé’s signature storytelling touch.
Is there a special edition of the Biblioteca 2000?
Yes. At Aminé’s Best Day Ever Festival in Portland (13–14th September 2025), a multicolour “Best Day Ever” version will be available in extremely limited numbers – only 100 pairs.
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