While the RE252 is a great sounding IEM, it was criticized for it unusual design and less-than-optimum comfort for a small number of user. So Head-Direct / HifiMan went back to the drawing board for a more conventional design this time for their next flagship, the RE262. It is also said to have similar sound signature to RE252 but improved upon. Though it is yet to be ready for the market, here is an early picture of what it might look like (both earpieces in picture are right side):
