New Balance 574

The New Balance 574 is one of the Boston-based footwear brand’s oldest and most beloved icons. Originally released in 1988, the silhouette combined the best parts of two different shoes and was designated as a technical runner. Thanks in part to both its style as well as its comfort, the pair quickly outgrew its origins and became much more popular off the track.

Over the years, the 574 remained a price-accessible flagship, with many versatile colorways available year-round. And, though it produced backpack-inspired standouts and even some Made in the USA editions, the silhouette only began to pick up steam much later. In 2017 — which was around the time the brand itself started to become more popular — the model was given a sizable makeover, the new 574S namesake signaling a change in tooling, construction, and general aesthetic. More recently, New Balance has since evolved this technical, utility-influenced design language with the 57/40, an upgrade that effectively brings the classic into the new decade. With its trail-ready sole and intricately layered design, the new silhouette has garnered anticipation for its upcoming colorways.

Alongside, the original 574 has also received a fair bit of love in recent months. Stray Rats opened up the new year with their vibrant color signatures and even size? has debuted their own hairy suede take. It’s likely we’ll be seeing much more in the near future, ranging from collaborations to more considered GRs.

The New Balance 574 typically retails for $80 USD. Limited editions, however, can cost as much as $100 USD.

New Balance 574

Louis De Guzman Blends His Geometric Color-Blocked Motifs Into The New Balance 574

Alongside Greenhouse, New Balance is teaming up with Chicago-based visual artist and designer Louis De Guzman. His creative direction and inimitable touch are translated to...

By Michael Le December 6, 2021
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SNS Highlights The Beauty Of Raw Nature For New Balance 574 Collaboration

Teased via Instagram in mid-November, SNS has finally officially unveiled its latest New Balance 574 collaboration. Inspired by the beauty of raw nature, the silhouette...

By Jovani Hernandez December 1, 2021
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The New Balance Tokyo Design Studio Brings Back The Reworked 574 In Black

Thanks to the New Balance Tokyo Design Studio, we’ve seen releases far more unique than anything the brand would typically offer. While some silhouettes are...

By Michael Le November 29, 2021
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Sneakersnstuff Teases A Nature-Inspired New Balance 574

Stockholm’s Sneakersnstuff is ready to dip back into the shoe collab scene with this upcoming New Balance project. Officially teased on the shop’s Instagram page,...

By Sneaker News November 18, 2021
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Bodega Hides Their Upcoming New Balance 574 Collaboration In Plain Sight

Like the retailer themselves, Bodega‘s latest collaboration with New Balance — which highlights the beloved 574 silhouette — was hidden in plain sight amongst their...

By Michael Le October 26, 2021
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STAUD And New Balance Dress Up The 574 And 57/40 For “Classic Then, Classic Now” Collection

With STAUD’s fourth collaborative collection with New Balance, the label has drawn inspiration from one tagline: “Classic Then, Classic Now.” Though only four short words,...

By Michael Le October 15, 2021
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Where To Buy The Salehe Bembury x New Balance 574 Yurt

Following an initial announcement late last month, Salehe Bembury and New Balance are preparing for the debut of the 574 YURT. An effective and functional...

By Michael Le October 13, 2021
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Salehe Bembury And New Balance Unveil Their Collaborative “Universal Communication” Pack

From Versace onward, Salehe Bembury has never slowed in momentum, consistently offering strength after strength. And by way of his next collaborative collection with New...

By Michael Le September 30, 2021
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Alpha Industries Applies Its Military Expertise To The New Balance 574

An institution in the military garb space, Alpha Industries has recently unveiled its first-ever collaboration with New Balance. As expected, the Knoxville, Tenn.-founded company has...

By Jovani Hernandez September 16, 2021
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