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New Balance's Fall/Winter 2026 Made in USA collection promises some pretty fire 992s, including a sexy leather "Black/Afterglow" version of the dad shoes.
I'll admit, it's a little weird to describe a dad shoe as sexy, but these 992s fit the bill. They're quite hot, with a stylish dark color scheme and a mix of slick and velvety materials.
Obviously, the black leather overlays really steal the show, bringing not only a luxe touch to the dadcore model but also some slight vintage flair. On the other layers, the 992 offers classic mesh and suede details in cream-white and navy blue.
It's paired with classic 992 details, like the famously chunky soles cushioned with the brand's ABZORB technology.
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New Balance's FW26 lineup also includes a "Medusa Green" 992 and nice "Sport Green" pairs. And don't get me wrong, those are great. But the black leather 992s are gorgeous.
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Speaking of which, the "Black/Afterglow" 992 dad shoes are expected to drop in November on New Balance's website.
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