The 471
Sophistication that keeps a low profile.
Boston, MA, March 2025 – New Balance is thrilled to introduce the 471, a new versatile silhouette that pairs 1970s running heritage with everyday wearability.
Rooted in distinct New Balance design DNA, the 471 draws inspiration from some of the brand’s iconic archival models that revolutionized road running performance. The shoe incorporates elevated materials and vintage-inspired details to offer a modern twist on a familiar, classic look. Together, the 471 offers a new wardrobe staple that can be adapted to any look.
"We knew we wanted to offer a shoe with a sleeker profile while maintaining our strong connection and history within the '70s running space. I spent a lot of time researching vintage elements, pulling inspiration from New Balance heritage models, materials, colors, details and trims of the era. Even our choice to use materials like hairy suede overlays and woven mesh connects back to what was used in sneakers during that period of design. The result is a new shoe that offers a low-profile look and blends together unique vintage quirks with a distinct modern-day appeal,” says Joe Walsh, Lead Footwear Designer at New Balance.
Creating a new silhouette is an opportunity to execute exactly what New Balance customers are looking for, rather than bringing back an exact replica of a retro style that customers already know and love. The 471 maintains New Balance’s ongoing seamless integration of performance history into its lifestyle offerings and was debuted by brand ambassador Cameron Brink courtside at this year’s NBA Paris Games, further highlighting the shoe’s stylistic versatility.
The 471 will be available globally on NewBalance.com and select retailers beginning on March 26, 2025, for a suggested retail price of $110.
Product details:
- Breathable mesh underlays
- Hairy suede overlays
- EVA midsole
- Exposed foam tongue provides an era-authentic, ‘unfinished’ look
- ‘Fang’ toebox overlay pattern is a uniquely New Balance visual, inspired by the design of the original 320
- Leather ‘N’ logos
- Leather accents at collar and heel
- Classic herringbone outsole pattern
About New Balance
New Balance, headquartered in Boston, MA, has the following purpose: Independent since 1906, we empower people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. New Balance employs 10,000 associates around the globe, and in 2024 reported worldwide sales of $7.8 billion. New Balance owns five athletic footwear factories in New England and one in Flimby, U.K. New Balance MADE U.S. footwear contains a domestic value of 70% or more and makes up a limited portion of New Balance’s U.S. sales. To learn more about New Balance, please visit www.newbalance.com; for the latest press information visit http://newbalance.newsmarket.com.