New Balance’s Cocoa-Flavored Dad Shoe Puts the Taste in Tasteful

Double Tap to ZoomSneakersNew Balance's "Cocoa" 991v1 Is a Top-Tier Sweet TreatNew Balance is back with another delicious 991 dad shoe, this time wrapped in pure "Cocoa" flavoring.The newest Made in UK 991v1 sneaker appears to be another "Luxe Suede" edition, like the tan versions from earlier this season. However, this pair's much sweeter.Keeping up the tradition, the "Cocoa" 991s feature the finest chocolate-brown suede that pretty much covers the entire upper. That includes the signature "N" logo on the side. Elsewhere, fans can expect creamy leather and chunky white soles.The brand's Flimby factory has produced many good-looking, top-quality 991s this year. But the v1 models have been especially luxurious, ranging from cream-white croc-skin versions to delicious brown leather dad sneakers that genuinely look Italian-made.Your Highsnobiety privacy settings have blocked this Instagram post.The year's not over yet, and New Balance's still coming with 991 heat.Your Highsnobiety privacy settings have blocked this Instagram post.The "Cocoa" pairs are now available on This Thing of Ours' website for $261. The 991v2 Made in UK sneakers are also expected to release at New Balance soon.Highsnobiety has affiliate marketing partnerships, which means we may receive a commission from your purchase. Want to shop the products our editors actually love? Visit HS Shopping for recs on all things fashion, footwear, and beauty.We RecommendNew Balance’s Colorful "Dunk" Skate Shoes Took the Scenic RouteNew Balance's Miu Miu-Minded Sneaker Is an Autumnal AppetizerNew Balance's Most Iconic Dad Shoe Loses Its LogoNew Balance Just Made the Rolls Royce of Normcore SneakersNew Balance’s England-Made Dad Sneaker Gets Its RosesWhat To Read NextNew Balance’s Cocoa-Flavored Dad Shoe Puts the Taste in TastefulA Techy ASICS Trainer Signs Up for Ballet LessonsNot a Cell Phone in Sight, Just Great Outdoor ClothesNike's Soft Suede Dunk Is as Real as It GetsNike’s Velvety Air Max Soccer Sneaker Crossover Is Muy BonitoWho Knew Arc’teryx Jackets Would Make Such Beautiful Bags?