Technical Description

The New Balance 993 Made in USA "Washington" arrives in a Taro / Fairweather Blue / Sea Salt colorway that translates the visual atmosphere of Washington D.C. into suede and mesh. Taro — a soft, dusty purple — covers the lower suede overlays, while Fairweather Blue appears on the lace panel and midsole, and Sea Salt mesh fills the middle sections for a three-tone build that reads like a pastel twilight sky over the nation's capital. The upper combines breathable mesh with premium suede overlays in the 993's structured, layered construction, featuring a padded tongue, cushioned ankle collar, and traditional lacing system. The ABZORB midsole delivers all-day cushioning and impact absorption, one of the most regarded comfort systems in New Balance's Made in USA lineup. A rubber outsole rounds out a silhouette built with a domestic value of 70% or more, manufactured in New Balance's US facilities.

Storytelling

The "Washington" colorway is the D.C. half of New Balance's 2026 DMV Pack — a two-shoe project that settles, in the most respectful way possible, an ongoing debate about which city in the Mid-Atlantic corridor truly put New Balance on the map. Washington D.C. and Baltimore have competed for that legacy for decades, and New Balance chose to honor both rather than pick sides. According to New Balance Associate Product Manager Myles Williams, the project is "a tale of two cities... rooted in culture, history, and resilience... inspired by the DMV, built for the community." The Taro / Fairweather Blue / Sea Salt palette recreates the specific lavender-hued twilight sky that hangs over D.C. on certain evenings — a colour story drawn directly from the city's atmosphere rather than its flag or its landmarks.

DMV Pack — Both Cities, One Release, Available Now

The New Balance 993 Made in USA "Washington" dropped April 2, 2026 alongside the "Baltimore" colorway (U9935CX) via NewBalance.com and select retailers. At $200, it sits within the Made in USA 993's standard pricing — premium by intention, accessible by design. All authorized retailers carrying this colorway are listed below.