New Balance is officially preparing to expand its lifestyle roster with the upcoming introduction of the New Balance 992 “Pink Chalk”. Spearheaded under the brand’s premium Made in USA division, the upcoming release shifts away from the Boston label’s traditional neutral grey palettes to offer an expressive, multi-layered pastel option for the global footwear market.
The newly revealed silhouette features a high-quality material construction that pairs a breathable mesh foundation with premium suede overlays and smooth leather underlays. A soft “Pink Chalk” hue dominates the upper panels, dressing the toe box, quarter panels, and heel counters. For subtle depth, lighter “Pink Lemonade” accents are placed across minor detailing, while a rich contrast arrives via a deep “Cherry Leather” red tone. This dark red accent emphasizes the iconic lateral “N” logos, the tongue construction, and segmented portions of the multi-piece sole unit.
Underfoot, the runner maintains its performance-running heritage specifications. The design incorporates a standard ENCAP and C-CAP cushioned midsole, bolstered by visible ABZORB SBS cushioning inserts at the heel and forefoot to maximize impact absorption. Finishing the build is a durable NDurance rubber outsole engineered for long-lasting traction. Culturally, the bold color blocking channels the aesthetic of coveted past releases, drawing design parallels to celebrated past collaborative iterations of the same silhouette.
Name: New Balance 992 “Pink Chalk”
Colorway: Pink Chalk/Pink Lemonade/Cherry Leather
SKU: U992PK
Retail Price: $200 USD
Release Date: Summer 2026
Where to Buy: New Balance