New Balance’s lifestyle offerings largely consist of older performance models reimagined for casual wear. This month, they are releasing a brand new silhouette, the 471, inspired by their heritage running shoes from the 1970s.
New Balance’s last few years have been spent buffing their lifestyle offerings, and leaning into the ‘dad’ shoe trend that they started back in the late 2010s. In the last five years, we’ve seen the Boston brand introduce a number of new casual silhouettes inspired by their history of running shoes, like the 327 and 237, both of which are inspired by trainers from the 1970s and ’80s.
This month, NB is introducing another runner-style silhouette inspired by that same time period, the 471. This sleek new offering is a bit more low profile than its predecessors, but adds some flare with its paneling layers. The shoe rests on a simple, slim EVA rubber midsole, which comes in white with a gum outsole for its debut “Timberwolf” look. The mesh base of the upper also comes in plain white, while suede overlays add structure to the toes, eyestays, and heels. Finally, a soft purple leather N logo completes the look.
NEW BALANCE 471 “TIMBERWOLF” RELEASE INFORMATION
New Balance’s latest retro-inspired model, the 471, is scheduled to make its debut later this month, on March 27th, 2025. The sleek silhouette will launch in its “Timberwolf” white color with a subtle purple accents, available from both New Balance and select retailers for a cool $100.
New Balance 471
Color: Timberwolf/Angora/Dusk Shower
Style Code: U471AA
Release Date: March 27th, 2025
Price: $100
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