New Balance 'Summer Brights’ Baja Blue Made in UK 991v2 Trainers Collection_Bandanas and lightweight rubber sole add

and lightweight rubber sole add a touch of continental charm that works as well with tailoring as with light denim and a tee beneath a V-neck jumper à la French Ivy

The cloth has just enough structure to hold its shape

Three Pairs of Nylon Laces

the Thiers model features the same heavy-duty construction that is de rigueur to the French cordwainers

Crafted from quality raw silk and spun

New Balance 'Summer Brights’ Baja Blue Made in UK 991v2 Trainers Collection_Bandanas and lightweight rubber sole addThe 991v2 from New Balance represents a new and evolved version of their original 991 model, first released in 2001. Made in Flimby, tCumbria, a construction in pigskin suede, mesh and synthetic upper offers a sleeker profile than its forebear, while keeping the authentic overall look. The addition of full length FuelCell cushioning and an updated construction combined with classic ENCAP detailing and ABZORB SBS pods result in an ideal all round