New Balance 990v3 Levi’s Denim

When Levi’s and New Balance team up, you know it’s going to be something special. Two brands with serious heritage — one known for denim, the other for dad-approved sneakers that somehow became streetwear staples. The New Balance 990v3 Levi’s Denim is exactly that: a meeting of icons that somehow feels both obvious and completely fresh.

The first thing you’ll notice is the denim. Proper Levi’s denim, stitched right into the underlays, and not just some token nod to the collab. It’s the real deal, paired with both smooth suede and hairy suede overlays that give the shoe layers of texture. Up close, the mix of materials is where this pair shines. It feels premium, because it is.

Details are thoughtful without being overdone. The reflective N logo pops against the denim background, while subtle debossed touches on the tongue give it a little extra polish. Inside, you get an insole stamped with “Levi’s for feet” — a small reminder that you’re not just wearing sneakers, you’re wearing a piece of collab history.

Of course, it’s still a 990v3 at heart. That means all-day comfort thanks to New Balance’s ENCAP midsole. If you’ve ever worn a pair of 990s, you know they’re built for serious miles, not just standing around looking pretty (though they do that well too).

On foot, the Levi’s x New Balance 990v3 has that classic “chunky but cool” 990 silhouette, but the denim makes it pop in a way that feels new. It’s versatile enough to wear with jeans, cargos, or shorts, and like good denim, it’ll probably look even better as it ages.

This collab doesn’t reinvent the wheel — it just takes two things people love and puts them together in a way that works. Simple, effective, and damn good-looking.