The New Balance 991v2 “Elevated Neutrals” Gives Greyscale a Premium Look

If you thought New Balance’s signature greyscale palette couldn’t get any better, just look at the latest two-piece Made in UK drop. Black waffle mesh highlights the New Balance 991v2 “Elevated Neutrals” pack, making it the defining texture in the duo’s neutral-toned makeover. Beneath the familiar suede panels, that open, gridded surface makes both colourways look more rugged and adds depth to a silhouette usually associated with restrained grey. Both the “Turbulence” and “Iron Mulch” editions take the same construction in cooler and warmer directions, making them perfect for the season.

1. NB Made in UK 991V2 Elevated Neutrals “TURBULENCE with India Ink” | U991EC2

This pair is the quieter option. The dark grey suede sits against black sections, with an off-white collar and two-tone grey midsole interrupting the stealthy upper. The contrast lets the overlapping panels remain visible without making every layer compete for attention. It is an understated use of colour that still gives the shoe more definition than an all-black finish.

Price: £210.00

2. NB Made in UK 991V2 Elevated Neutrals “IRON with MULCH” | U991EY2

“Iron/Mulch” brings a more earthy character. Dark brown suede frames the upper eyelets and lower midfoot, while lighter brown panels cover the toe, sides and heel. Those shifts in tone draw attention to the 991v2’s layered construction. Product photography varies in saturation, however, so the warmer, clay-like appearance in some images should not be treated as an exact colour reference.

Price: £210.00

There is history behind that recognisable shape. The original 991 arrived in 2001, and the v2 debuted through a Stone Island collaboration in 2023. Its update introduced a sleeker profile and full-length FuelCell cushioning while retaining the visible cushioning pods and structured sole that connect it to its predecessor. These colourways build on that redesign through texture and panel placement.

For anyone looking to add colour to their everyday rotation without going too bold, the New Balance 991v2 “Elevated Neutrals” pack offers an appealing choice. “Turbulence/India Ink” keeps things cool and understated, while “Iron/Mulch” brings warmer, earthy tones. Both combine textured mesh with pigskin suede for a layered look that is easy to style. The release is set for 1 November, with the countdown already live on the New Balance UK website, giving you time to choose your pair before launch.