12 Cool New Balance Outfits That Feel Very 2024

While they are known for being the OG "dad" sneakers, New Balance sneakers are also a key buy in the closets of the most in-the-know fashion people. If you need further proof, just look to the tagline of my favorite New Balance campaign, which reads: "Worn by supermodels in London and dads in Ohio." Equally popular with Jerry Seinfeld and Bella Hadid, the comfortable-meets-cool sneakers have gained a huge cult following over the last several years, making popular styles including the 550s, 993s, 574, and special collaborations with Aimé Leon Dore and Miu Miu nearly impossible to buy.

If you're able to get your hands on a pair, though, fashion people have plenty of New Balance outfits to look to for styling inspiration this fall. From casual outfits with jeans to looks for the tennis court to exactly what to wear on the airplane, there is no shortage of cool ideas. Ahead, see the cool New Balance sneaker looks that feel very 2024 and fit the fall season.

Kristen wears white new balance sneakers, blue jeans, a long black coat, prada bag, and denim shirt.

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First up, how I'm personally styling the trend. I've been collecting New Balance sneakers recently and will be the first the recommend them for both their design and comfort level. Adding them to a button-down, jeans, and a tailored jacket is my fall uniform.

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A woman wears a celine baseball cap, trench coat, blue jeans, white socks, and white new balance sneakers.

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It doesn't get more classic than a trench coat and jeans. Just add New Balance 550 sneakers and white tube socks for a look that is equal parts comfortable and trend-forward.

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A woman wears a black and white stripe sweater, white stripe pants, and gray new balance sneakers.

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Stripes on stripes feel like an outfit combination that shouldn't work, but this look proves it does. The trick? Choosing pieces with stripes that run in different directions. Adding a pair of gray New Balance sneakers grounds the look, making it feel a bit less nautical.

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A woman wears a black blazer, black pants, black hermes bag, and green new balance sneakers.

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The last few years have welcomed the office siren trend, and there is no shortage of cool ways to get dressed for the office. Start out with a pair of green New Balance sneakers and tube socks, then simply add tailored separates like a blazer and wide-leg pants.

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A woman wears a tan blazer, gray sweater, white slacks, and gray new balance sneakers.

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The 2024 version of an airport uniform has arrived, pairing relaxed jeans with an oversize blazer and sneakers. It's the dressed-up cousin to the sweatpant looks that were everywhere a few years ago but equally comfortable.

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Jordan wears beige leggings, a beige sports bra, beige sweater, black hat, white tube socks, and gray new balance sneakers.

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L.A. fashion insiders have mastered off-duty style. Case in point? This legging set look paired with silver New Balance sneakers. The attention to detail—with the addition of a baseball hat, exposed tube socks, and a sweater draped at the shoulders—elevates this workout outfit.

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A woman wears a brown distressed leather jacket, black turtleneck, black cargo pants, burgundy new balance sneakers, and a green bag.

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Distressed leather jackets are one of the key buys this season, and the styling possibilities are endless. While we've been seeing them paired with micro miniskirts as spotted on the Prada runways, for fall, add a pair of cargo pants and gorpcore sneakers.

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A woman wears miu miu x new balance sneakers in white with tube socks.

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When in doubt, just add a pair of white socks as styled here with the New Balance x Miu Miu sneakers that debuted in the S/S 22 collections.

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Yusra wears a brown long coat, plaid scarf, blue cuff jeans, red socks, and white new balance sneakers.

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When putting together a cute and cozy fall weekend look, consider adding a pair of New Balance sneakers. Their comfortable fit and stylish design make them perfect for a day spent hiking through colorful foliage or picking apples at a local orchard.

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Anna Wein is seen wearing rimless oversized sunglasses with brown lenses, slim gold metal temples, and a gold metal nose bridge from Miu Miu; chunky squared earrings in gold with a black stone; an ankle-length brown wool trench coat featuring a double-button placket and notch lapels from Sandro; paired with a color-matching wide long scarf, also from Sandro; a rectangular black leather bag with gold details and several bag charms from Miu Miu; beige socks; and beige suede sneakers with fluffy lining and two different shoelaces in cream white cotton and brown leather from Miu Miu x New Balance during Paris Fashion Week on September 29, 2024 in Paris, France.

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You may have noticed that the new Miu Miu x New Balance 530 sneakers have been everywhere lately—on the feet of fashion editors and content creators—and for good reason. They have a sleek vintage-like silhouette and trend-forward cord laces, adding to their stylish appeal.

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Diane Batoukina wears YSL Saint-Laurent sunglasses, a white t-shirt by Miu Miu, a Rolex watch, a navy blue dark striped suit by The Frankie Shop, oversize sleeveless blazer jacket by The Frankie Shop, matching wide-leg flared suit pants by The Frankie Shop, a gray leather Hermes Birkin bag, New Balance sneakers shoes, during a street style fashion photo session, on May 16, 2024 in Paris, France.

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Every Parisian and Scandi fashion girl knows styling New Balance sneakers with wide-leg trousers creates an effortlessly chic look. So take note and re-create their outfit formula for the cold-weather days ahead.

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Diane Batoukina wears Apple airpods Max silver metallic headphones, a white Miu Miu t-shirt, a gray oversize Miu Miu hoodie sweater, black leggings from Zara, a Hermes Birkin bag, white socks, New Balance sneakers shoes, during a street style fashion photo session, on May 16, 2024 in Paris, France.

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Whether heading to Pilates or grabbing your morning cup of joe, slip on a pair of New Balance sneakers with leggings, tube socks, a sweatshirt, and a white tee. This look will keep you comfortable and looking polished.

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This post was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.

Associate Director, Special Projects

Kristen Nichols is the Associate Director, Special Projects at Who What Wear with over a decade of experience in fashion, editorial, and publishing. She oversees luxury content and wedding features, and covers fashion within the luxury market, runway reporting, shopping features, trends, and interviews with leading industry experts. She also contributes to podcast recordings, social media, and branded content initiatives. Kristen has worked with brands including Prada, Chanel, MyTheresa, and Luisa Via Roma, and rising designers such as Refine and Tove, and her style has been featured in publications including Vogue.com, Vogue France, WWD, and the CFDA. Before Who What Wear, Kristen began her career at Rodarte, where she worked on assistant styling, photo shoots, and runway shows, and at Allure, where she moved into print and digital editorial. She graduated from the University of Southern California, where she studied art history and business, and currently lives in New York.