If you go by the headlines, New Balance’s recent output has largely revolved around the controversial snoafer which has polarized the sneaker community. But the truth is that New Balance has been doing what it always does behind the scenes: putting out incredible colorways without shouting about it.

Case in point, the New Balance 1906R Dark Silver Metallic/Rosewood.

With the announcement of new styles in the ongoing collaboration between Action Bronson and New Balance, there’s an increased sense of interest around the brand. So it’s the ideal time to cop an underrated colorway.

The 1906R—which first released in 2009 as a performance runner before being rereleased in 2022 as a lifestyle silhouette—has been one of the most successful new releases from New Balance in a long time thanks to its technical, layered upper which aligned perfectly with footwear trends in 2022.

Having been the subject of a number of collaborations, perhaps most notably COMME des GARCONS and AURALEE, the 1906R has fashion-forward DNA and a host of lesser-known colorways waiting for your rotation.

Take this Dark Silver Metallic/Rosewood rendition, for example. Chrome overlays dark grey mesh on the upper for an industrial take that suits the technical styling perfectly. Meanwhile, dusty Rosewood accents to the branding, lacing, and outsole become a defining characteristic.

The quality of this colorway speaks volumes about New Balance’s catalog, and should be a sign that it’s always worth scrolling through the releases that didn’t grab a headline on drop day.

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