New Balance's Made in USA lines are orchestrated by industry mogul Teddy Santis. The 990v6 'Workwear' colourway is a pigskin suede and mesh construction that's bolstered by underfoot FuelCell foam and ENCAP cushioning technology. Reflective accents add utilitarian perks, while a TPU back tab adds further support and 'N' logos adorn the sidewalls. | U990TN6 One of the Boston label's most revered styles to date, New Balance continues to make waves with the 990 'Made in USA' model. Centering its focus around the 990v6, this time the model arrives in a warm, seasonal make-up. Luxe 'Workwear' pigskin suede provides a host for airy mesh underlays spotted on the midfoot, sides and tongue. 'N' branding graces the sidewalls, 990 inscribed logos sit on the heel, and the ENCAP-infused midsole cushions each stride. Signing off the design is a treaded rubber sole, offering durability that lasts. | U990TN6, Leather & Synthetic Upper/ Synthetic Sole. The New Balance 990v6 MiUSA Workwear Grey updates the running shoe technology introduced in the 990 and designs a high-performance running shoe that is as stylish as it is dependable.The Made in USA New Balance 990 v6 in a Workwear/Grey colorway begins with an upper base of tannish-orange mesh that offers lightweight breathability. Perforated dark-gray leather forms overlays that course across the upper, tannish-orange suede forms the overlays at the eyestays and mud guard, and silvery leather hits the upper at the collar. The gray and white ENCAP midsole is made with propulsive FuelCell foam that offers cushioning and energy return and a polyurethane rim that provides durability. This sneaker rides on a black and gray rubber outsole.Our favorite feature of this sneaker is the design of the side panel N, which features horizontally corrugated silvery-gray synthetic that is also used in the upper eyestays. The New Balance 990v6 MiUSA Workwear Grey was released on March 4, 2024, for $200 retail.