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In an industry packed with suede and mesh sneakers from the retro runner catalogs to basketball shoes, skate shoes, and everything in between, it can be hard to stand out from the crowd. Luckily for New Balance, the brand’s classic lifestyle models aren’t fighting for space in the trend market; they’re defining it. Bringing out another clean colorway from the Boston-based brand’s Flimby, England factory, this Made in UK pair is perfect for the upcoming spring.
The New Balance 991v2 Made in UK Smoked Pearl Pink mixes two shades of pink across the main panels of the upper, with pale pink suede on the toe and side panels matched with bright pink mesh on the toebox, tongue, and ankle collar. Classic reflective silver supports stretch across the toebox and make up the branded tongue label, stabilizer, heel tab, and “N” side panel logo.


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A bit more color is added to break up the white midsole, with bright teal ABZORB cushioning pods in the midfoot and heel. Finally, a black outsole matches the black lettering on the 991 logo at the lateral heel.
The New Balance 991v2 Made in UK Smoked Pearl Pink will be released February 19, 2026 through New Balance and select retailers in-store and online. Available in unisex sizing, the retail price is set at $250. For all the latest New Balance Made in UK news and drop info, download the Sole Retriever mobile app.