New Balance - 998

Premium heritage sneaker appealing to both athletic and fashion-forward audiences.


The New Balance 998 silhouette debuted as a classic running shoe and evolved with premium materials and innovative cushioning. Over the years, it has become a versatile icon in both sports and street culture. The 998 has influenced both athletic performance and urban fashion, bridging heritage with modern street style. The 998 remains a sought-after silhouette among enthusiasts, seamlessly blending vintage aesthetics with contemporary technology. Inspired by vintage running aesthetics and modern engineering, embodying New Balance's legacy of performance and style.

First seen: 2015

Design features

  • Retro silhouette
  • Layered panels
  • Exaggerated tongue
  • Signature NB branding

Celebrity collaborations

  • Teddy Santis

Available colors

  • black
  • brown
  • white
  • grey
  • purple
  • blue
  • green
  • red
  • tan

Notable models

  • Connoisseur Rockabilly
  • MiUSA Teddy Santis Brown Green
  • Coastal Pack
  • Bringback
  • Burgundy Chalk
  • Pony Hair Black
  • MiUSA Incense Sandstone
  • MiUSA Teddy Santis Orange Royal