The New Balance 2010 “Pastel Green” is set for Summer 2026, and this one feels easy on the eyes right away. The upper mixes soft green suede with black underlays and airy mesh, which gives the shoe a nice balance between light and dark. Nothing feels too sharp or too loud. The pink “N” logo on the side, outlined in grey, adds just enough pop without taking over the whole design.
The bottom half does a lot of the work here, too. A pale yellow midsole gives the pair that slightly aged look, but it does not come off forced. It just fits. Around the heel, the ABZORB pods bring in dusty pink and light blue, and those hits give the shoe a little more charm. White laces and lining keep the upper crisp. The black outsole balances everything below.
The silhouette still embodies that hard edged early-2000s runner vibe, but the softer colorway definitely alters the feel. Far less aggressive and much more casual. That is probably what makes this pair stand out. It has enough going on to catch your eye, but it still looks like the kind of shoe you could wear often without getting tired of it.
The New Balance 2010 “Pastel Green” releases in Summer 2026 via NewBalance.com and select retailers for $160.
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New Balance 2010 “Pastel Green”
Style Code: U20104MW
Release Date: 2026
Price: $160
