When it comes to creating casual sneakers with vintage style, NEW BALANCE doesn’t have a lot of competition – well…there is ASICS. There aren’t a lot of sneaker companies that can blend suede, mesh & plastic hardware along with several tones and make the shoe look visually appealing as consistently as NB does. There are some monstrosities out there, but NB always seems to pull it off. The latest NEW BALANCE 996 combines grey, navy and a dash of red in such harmonious fashion that you simply cannot look away. Don’t stare too long, this vintage classic won’t be on the market for long.