How is it that a sneaker called the States ends puma suede classic up as an exclusive to a shop that operates exclusively outside of the States? We re not entirely certain, but the good news is that copping from Size? is usually a breeze even on this side of the pond, so this aren t exactly unattainable for Yankees. Presented is a new string of Puma States pairs featuring the all important fat laces and supple suede, each of which will be available at Size? starting on March 14th (There s also an accompanying book by Norman  Normski Anderson that documents the shoe s spot in sneaker history). See them in better detail below and then let us know if you re trying to track them down from Size? .

Consistently overlooked in recent years as countless Suedes (States) and Clydes have come through in puma speed new colorways and themes, Puma looks to another classic cupsole for a breath of fresh air. The Puma Stepper looks to make an impact on the FW12 season with these new  Outdoor Pack releases featuring premium leather and canvas along with weatherproof protection from The British puma ignite Millerain Co . Check out mahogany, and black pairs in greater detail below, let us know if the plaid collar should have shown up on the unpictured navy pair as well and grab yours at select retailers like SuperFly Deluxe .

The Puma Stepper was successful with its British Millerain collaboration last year, so here s another new style that s ready to take on harsh conditions. These  Rugged pack Steppers apply a premium full grain leather to the upper that s accented by white Formstripe and either a tonal or contrasting hemp ankle puma evospeed collar, depending on the colorway. Click through to see each pair individually, let us know how they compare to some of the more overtly boot inspired or infused sneakers we ve seen in recent years, and stick with Sneaker News for updates as we approach a fall 2013 release.

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Puma hasn t abandoned The List as evidenced by the delicious Dim Sum Project, but some of that premium capsule s luster has transferred to another luxury collection. Everything labeled Machts Mit Qualitat has lived up to the billing, including these fall 2013 drops. The Puma Stepper midtop and Basket lows look great in subtly colored top-shelf leathers and suedes, so check out all four pairs after the puma trinomic jump and stick with Sneaker News for the latest.

One of the most classic sneakers of all time goes into superhero mode this winter for a very special Batman edition of the PUMA Suede . The stealthy look for the iconic silhouette features an all-black upper with an all-over tonal Batman logo printed across the entire suede upper, a gold foil logo on the tongue, and a large cut-out version of the Dark Knight s calling card on the heels. Batman fans can find the limited edition Suede at select overseas retailers now, and they ll swoop into the USA at