This year New Balance introduced a wild new take on their popular 1906 model, a loafer variant. The shoe has been fairly divisive since it first leaked online ahead of its debut, but continues to arrive in new styles like this “Dark Juniper” look.
The 1906L is one of the most talked-about new sneakers to launch in 2024. The New Balance model is a vast departure from their usual variants on the 1906 silhouette, and a highly unusual first from the Boston running shoe brand. The model slims down the retro runner into a slip-on, removing the laces in favor of a penny-loafer style panel across the midfoot sections.
This week, the 1906L returns in a fresh colorway for the new year, and a stunning color palette at that. Dubbed “Dark Juniper”, the pair starts with a muted green shade for its mesh base. Synthetic overlays are added in a mix of dark grey and metallic silver, while just a hint of navy blue decorates the collars and tongue bands.
NEW BALANCE 1906L “DARK JUNIPER” RELEASE INFORMATION
New Balance’s latest colorway of their 1906L, the loafer version of the retro runner, is scheduled to arrive this month, with NB’s release coming on January 15th, 2025. Dressed in a “Dark Juniper” green colorway, pairs will be available from retailers like Sneaker Politics for $160. New Balance’s own wider release is likely to follow soon.
New Balance 1906L
Color: Silver Metallic/Dark Juniper
Style Code: U1906LOA
Release Date: January 1st, 2025 (Politics), January 15th, 2025 (New Balance)
Price: $160
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