New Balance 997H Brown / White

The original New Balance 997 is considered one of the best New Balance sneakers of all time. First introduced in 1990 as a running trainer, the 997 found success due to its modern look and comfortable cushioning provided by the high tech foam soles. The trainer came in a variety of sizing options allowing buyers to choose their preferred length and width. The 997 was even promoted by the president of the United States at the time!

More than two decades later, New Balance has introduced the New Balance 997H. A new lifestyle shoe that took design cues from the original silhouette. Some have assumed that H stands for “Heritage”, but other sneakerheads figure that it actually stands for “Hypothesis”. Surely a nod to the 997’s success in years gone by.

The 997H sports similar features that made the original iconic. There’s the high heel panel, rubber overlays on the top lace loops, mesh and suede panels on the forefoot, and the foam midsole. The New Balance 997H got rid of the 1990’s cushioning and replaced it with an injection moulded sole.

A bunch of material including leather and suede can be found on the latest coveted trainer from the Boston-based brand. New Balance signatures and logos are placed on the sides, heel, tongue, and midsole.

Introduced in 2019, the shoe continues to release in new flavours, in our opinion this shoe is suitable for every occasion.

This colourway of the New Balance 997H drops in a stylish mix of Brown, Beige, Navy Blue, and White. It’s finished off with a metallic silver “N” logo on the sides.