In this new article of Newcop let's dive into one of the most popular brands. We want to help you understand New Balance models, the different lines you will find in our stores and how to learn to differentiate them. If you keep reading, we tell you everything.
How are New Balance lines organized?
This American brand is one of the longest-lasting of the sneaker universe. In fact, their first commercial model dates back to the 1960s.
But, although we have gotten used to seeing the sneakers of New Balance in the shop windows, maybe you haven't stopped to think about why their different design lines are called what they are.
The nomenclature of other brands usually refers to evocative words, collaborations with designers, or historical milestones of the brands themselves. But in this case, most are just numbers, letters, and at most, the brand involved in the design. Let's see the reason.
What does each numbering mean?
If you take a look at the section of New Balance on our website, you will find sections like 530, 550, or 960. Although it might seem so, it is not marketing, but a way to organize their different sneaker styles.
The lower series, those ranging from 400 to 600, are the most oriented to everyday life, that is, to the casual style.
Between 800 and 1000 are the most technical, focused more on performance or comfort.
And from that figure include the most premium proposals or exclusive editions.
On the other hand, the letters indicate the version or the style:
The letter “R” usually indicates a more sporty or comfortable within the same model, designed to provide an extra performance boost.
The “V” indicates the edition or design updates, something useful to distinguish technical improvements or aesthetic changes.
And others, like “G” or “S,” refer to collaborations or specific styles, providing details that differentiate each sneaker within the same family.
Why is it important to know its meaning well?
Knowing the meaning of the numbering is important because it helps you understand at a glance what type of sneaker you have in front of you and what you can expect from it.
It’s not just a code, but a way to identify whether you’re looking at a model designed for everyday use, a more technical option, or a premium proposal.
Thanks to this, you will be able to compare better, choose confidently, and get it right with the style you’re looking for. In the end, knowing how to read these numbers makes the shopping experience easier and brings you closer to the perfect model for you.
The most popular New Balance models today
To illustrate all this, we offer you a selection of some of our customers' favorite New Balance models:
New Balance 530 White Light Chrome Blue: they maintain the classic essence of the 500 series, with a clean aesthetic designed for everyday use. Their combination of white and blue make them very youthful.
New Balance 550 White Grey: this is one of the more traditional sneakers from the brand. As can be seen, its aesthetic is in line with its numbering as it is a casual proposal, inviting daily use.
New Balance 9060 Driftwood: as we move up the range we find more robust options, such as these Driftwood with thicker sole and an aesthetic that leans more towards the urban style.
New Balance 1906 Rich Oak: this is a clear example of how the high numbering brings us unconventional designs, like this one made together with Rich Oak which is more a shoe than urban footwear.
New Balance 2002R Gore-Tex: in this case we see a collaboration with Gore Tex, breaking with the New Balance aesthetic in the collective imagination and resulting in a high-level sneaker.
Now that you know how the numbering works, you can take a look at these and the rest of the models that you will find in Newcop and choose the one that best suits your tastes. And if you need advice, do not hesitate to contact us.
