Key Details
- Brown houndstooth fabric covers the base layer of the upper.
- Black leather overlays sit over the fabric, with a slightly lighter grey midsole.
- The pair is built at New Balance's Flimby, England factory for the Made in England line.
The New Balance 991 Made in England “Houndstooth” is expected to arrive during Holiday 2026 at NewBalance.com and select retailers. The details are reported and have not been confirmed, and New Balance has not announced a release date or price.
Release Date, Price and Where to Buy
New Balance 991 Made in England “Houndstooth”
Colorway: Black/Houndstooth
Price: TBA
Release Date: TBA
Status: Reported
New Balance 991 Made in England “Houndstooth” Design
The original New Balance 991 gets a heavy fabric update here, and the look leans toward traditional British leisure wear.
The base layer uses a brown wool houndstooth fabric. It gives the upper a textured, old school feel and sets the pair apart from the leather and suede builds most 991s use.
Black leather fills out the overlays, which keeps the contrast sharp against the brown weave. Tan lining runs around the collar and tongue edges, and black laces and tonal “N” logos blend into the upper. The midsole is grey, one shade lighter than the leather, so the sole reads softer than the upper.
Is This the First Houndstooth New Balance 991?
No. A 2021 pack put houndstooth on both the 991 and the 1500, using Harris Tweed fabric from Scotland.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Is the New Balance 991 “Houndstooth” Made?
It comes from New Balance’s Flimby, England factory, which runs the Made in England line. The Allerdale is another shoe from that division.
What Inspires the Houndstooth 991 Design?
This pair nods to classic British casual clothing, which is clearly a key focus for the Made in England line. The wool fabric is meant to recall a time when clothes were built to last.
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