There's an age-old debate about whether red velvet cake is just chocolate cake with red food dye. When it comes to New Balance's decadent 990v4 dad shoe, there's room for both.

Why pit two great flavors against each other?

The "Monarch Burgundy" Made in USA 990v4 takes one of NB's most classic dad shoe models and turns it into a darling dessert. Rich red suede coats the upper, while matching burgundy mesh keeps the techy vibe alive.

Tonal laces bolster the sneaker's velvety smooth temperament. The shoe is sweet but not overly indulgent. This is still a dad shoe after all; no need to get too flashy with it.

Brown accents on the outsole and along the upper, including a brown "N" logo, serve as the proverbial chocolate in this gourmand gâteau of a sneaker. The only thing missing is the cream cheese icing.

ABZORB cushioning at the heel and forefoot helps to absorb impact, adding to the sneaker's overall comfort-focused disposition.

Previously, New Balance has turned some of its most beloved sneakers into citrusy dreamsicles, pumpernickel loafs, and iced matcha lattes.

If New Balance ever decides it's had enough of this whole dad-shoe thing, it has a promising career in baked goods.

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