New Balance Dropped a Super-Wearable Version of the 57/40

Christine Flammia
·2 min read

New Balance’s 57/40 sneaker is not even a year old, which makes all the colorways of the shoe that drop extra fun. There’s the the original black finish with bright primary colors that dropped in January, a red and white pair inspired by a baseball movie and an all-gray pair reminiscent of the thicker New Balance 990. But on Oct. 16, the options got even more special (and easy to wear) with a new look blending white, off-white and a hit of sea salt blue on the back. The sneaker is available to buy now on Newbalance.com for $120.

The 57/40 sneaker launched as a remake of the brand’s classic 574 model, which originally debuted in the ‘80s. Noted as New Balance’s initial real crossover into lifestyle shoes, the 574 has a little less tech for actual fitness and a little more attention to style details. The 57/40 keeps that original intent, but has some special detailing of its own.

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In addition to the versatile hue palette, New Balance modified textures on the upper of this style. (In fact, every version of the 57/40 that’s been released so far has offered new ways to present the classic mesh, suede and leather materials atop the shoe’s upper.) The suede accents of the latest 57/40 colorway now appear deconstructed, with hints of excess material included for an eye-catching yet laidback touch.

The silhouette also has two stacked midsoles, which gives it a wavy look when those soles are monochromatic and an even bolder look when they’re two-toned. And in true New Balance fashion, the model offers a comfortable fit to keep feet happy throughout the day.

All in all, this off-white version seems like it’ll remain a favorite.

Credit: Courtesy of New Balance
Credit: Courtesy of New Balance

Courtesy of New Balance


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