New Balance is giving the 1890 a more formal makeover with the upcoming 1890A “Snakeskin.” Dressed in a mushroom-inspired “Morel” colorway, the loafer-meets-sneaker design releases July 3, 2026, for $190 in unisex sizing.

The New Balance 1890A keeps the same ABZORB-loaded sole found on the original model, but nearly everything above it takes a different direction. Smooth leather shapes the moccasin-style upper, while raised stitching wraps the forefoot and forms a pronounced lip around the toe.

Pale yellow leather sets the base and gives the “Morel” colorway its name. Grey, brown, and black snakeskin-print panels break up the softer shade, adding a more upscale finish to the hybrid silhouette. A black tongue label and matching midsole bring some weight to the bottom of the shoe.

After more than a dozen standard 1890 releases over the past year, the 1890A pushes the line into dressier territory. The combination of a traditional loafer shape and modern New Balance cushioning also fits the growing demand for footwear that sits somewhere between casual sneakers and formal shoes.

The New Balance 1890A “Snakeskin” releases July 3, 2026, through NewBalance.com and select New Balance retailers in-store and online. The pair will be offered in unisex sizing for $190.

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