New Balance Has Quietly Cooked Up Another Perfect 991v2

As New Balance continues its annual Grey Days celebration this month, the brand is also quietly reminding everyone that it still knows how to play with color. Beyond the sea of tonal grey releases arriving throughout May, the Made in England line is branching into richer palettes — and this upcoming New Balance 991v2 “Total Eclipse” might be one of the cleanest examples yet.

Officially dressed in Grey Balsam and Total Eclipse, the pair combines deep navy mesh underlays with crisp off-white leather overlays for a look that feels both retro and refined. Teal-tinted mesh panels hit the toe box, collar, and midfoot windows, bringing a subtle ‘90s running aesthetic into the mix without overpowering the design. Dark navy accents then settle across the tongue branding, lining, and midsole pods to anchor the brighter tones.

In direct contrast to the aforementioned Grey Days drops, this pair opts for smoother leather overlays throughout the upper. The material swap gives the sneaker a sharper appearance overall while also making it feel slightly more versatile heading into wetter seasonal conditions.

Underfoot, the signature 991v2 sole unit arrives in a vintage-tinted cream finish paired with navy ABZORB inserts and a black rubber outsole. The aged midsole treatment continues to be one of the defining details of the silhouette, balancing modern cushioning with old-school running aesthetics that longtime New Balance fans continue to gravitate toward.

The New Balance 991v2 “Total Eclipse” is expected to release this month through NewBalance.com and select retailers for $270 USD.