“Kombu Green” Sprouts On The New Balance 1500 Made in UK

Another solid option to lead off 2026.

Matt Varga February 1st, 2026 (updated)

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Another year, another successful MiUK run for the New Balance 1500. At least judging from the brands’ earliest moves, their Flimby eggs remain in the silhouette’s basket, an enduring face of the Made in UK program for countless reasons running.

While there have been some “wow” colorway options over that span, largely the model and the England-made initiative rely on their premium construction and eminent wearability to move pairs. With a blend of trademark grey mesh, textured “Kombu Green” suede, and the everlastingly beloved touch of a gum bottom underfoot, the script remains the same for 2026. We know the price tag can often be gaudy, but you get what you pay for when it comes to MiUK product; don’t expect anything different from this particular pair.

Speaking of, the New Balance 1500 Made in UK has already started appearing on retail shelves, confirming a $210 retail price. Look for this colorway populating NB.com and stateside channels in short order.

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Matt Varga, Junior Editor

Matt Varga is an Editor at SneakerNews. Initially earning a degree in Video Arts and Technology, he got his start in video editing and writing in the music world — primarily on hip-hop and electronic. A long-standing interest in sneakers led him to switching over to footwear. An avid collector, his favorite sneaker of all time comes down to either the Air Jordan 1 “Black Toe” and Air Jordan 5 “Laney,” his first ever pick-ups. When he’s not writing, you can find Matt cooking, traveling, attending concerts and when weather permits, on the handball court.