The New Balance 990v6 MiUSA Joe Freshgoods Prom Blue is an athletic shoe featuring an overlaid leather, suede, and mesh upper in monochrome Blue, accented by coordinating laces and the New Balance N logo on the side. New Balance and Joe Freshgoods branding appears on the tongue and rear heel, while a 990.6 branded lace charm accents the lace panel. The monochrome Blue carved mid- and outsole complete the aesthetic. Massachusetts-based New Balance’s heritage dates to 1906, and the brand has long been identified with their classic, performance-driven silhouettes. Joe Freshgoods is a Chicago-based lifestyle and clothing boutique. For a limited edition 990v6 MiUSA designed for Joe Freshgoods, New Balance celebrated the retailer with the Made for Us message imprinted on the rear heel. Our experts feel that the best feature of the 990v6 MiUSA Joe Freshgoods is its tonal Blue color story, which stands out from typical New Balance colorways. The New Balance 990v6 MiUSA Joe Freshgoods Prom Blue released on July 27, 2024, and retailed for $220. This version made its global debut via the 'A Friend Named Cousin' exhibition at Parisian art gallery Les Filles du Calvaire. Inspired by typical prom colors, the lifestyle runner features a tonal pastel blue finish across the upper, composed of breathable mesh with synthetic leather, perforated nubuck and pigskin suede overlays. A custom tongue tag displays dual branding, while the back tab is stamped with Joe Freshgoods' personal logo. Lightweight cushioning is provided by a color-matched ENCAP midsole, featuring FuelCell foam with a durable polyurethane rim.