Green Graces the New Balance 991
News of this release was first published on August 10, 2022.
Update October 21, 2022: After reaching European retailers earlier this year, the New Balance 991 in yellow-green is available in the US directly from NB. Hit the link below to cop.
The remains steadfast in its position as one of the brand's most premium Made In UK models by exploring the full spectrum of colour following its 20th anniversary last year. Regarded as both a collaborator's favourite and general release heavyweight, this new colourway is an example of the latter as it gets plunged in earthy mustard-green.
Most sneakerheads will know NB as a grey running shoe brand, but they've proven themselves formidable with other shades too. This pair revisits the usual lush pigskin suede and mesh combo that covers all good 991s, and the intriguing colour is enough to accentuate all of the textures going on. Hits of reflective on the heel and ABZORB cushioning speak to the technical prowess of the former flagship model without looking too Silicone Valley. Some old-world elements have aged nicely, from the microfibre lining to creamy heel foam. The new tonal colourway propels the early-2000s model right into 2022.
The New Balance 991 is available from August 18 at 43einhalb, who have decided to shoot the shoes next to what looks like a pina colada. Alexa, play 'Kokomo'.