New Balance 991v1 "Luxe Suede" Elevates the Heritage Running Silhouette

The Made in UK model arrives in a rich Dijon tan palette with premium European suede.

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New Balance is expanding its Made in UK lineup with a premium "Luxe Suede" iteration of the 991v1

The upper is wrapped in undyed European suede in a rich Dijon tan colorway with exposed raw edges

ABZORB pods and ENCAP cushioning technology anchor the off-white and grey midsole unit

Name: New Balance 991v1 “Luxe Suede”
Colorway: Dijon/Castle Wall
SKU: M991CM1
MSRP: $280 USD
Release Date: July 2026
Where to Buy: New Balance

New Balance has officially unveiled its latest Made in UK craftsmanship with the release of the New Balance 991v1 “Luxe Suede.” The elevated lifestyle model arrives in a rich “Dijon” colorway, celebrating the Boston brand’s renowned Flimby manufacturing lineage.

Constructed at the brand’s historic factory in Flimby, England, the 991v1 variant replaces traditional mesh paneling with an all-suede upper. Soft, undyed European suede in warm tan tones wraps the entire framework, highlighted by visible contrast stitching and subtle raw edges along the overlays. Tonal leather branding appears on the side panels with the signature “N” logo, complemented by dark brown laces and a premium leather interior lining for an elevated hand-feel.

Underfoot, the silhouette retains its technical running heritage. An off-white and grey midsole houses visible ABZORB cushioning pods in both the forefoot and heel, paired with a polyurethane ENCAP rim for structural stability. A durable two-tone rubber outsole provides long-lasting grip, balancing sophisticated lifestyle materials with everyday functional comfort.

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