New Balance T500

Embrace the style of retro tennis shoes with the New Balance T500, a fantastic choice for sneakerheads interested in classic footwear. At JD Sports Australia, we stock a variety of different colourways, such as black and white. We also offer a range of sizes to ensure you find the perfect fit.

The Rebirth of New Balance T500 Sneakers

Yet another much-anticipated relaunch, the New Balance T500 made its triumphant return in 2023, with the brand collaborating with Aimé Leon Dore. This retro sneaker, which first took the stage in 1982, was originally pitched as a lightweight, comfortable tennis shoe (part of the Technology Transfer Court Collection); today, however, it finds itself caught in the sights of casual sneakerheads seeking a vintage-style trainer for everyday use. The collection follows in the footsteps of NB’s many basketball-inspired shoes, with the brand’s talented designers capitalising on the extensive number of underutilised sneakers in the NB archive.

The T500 has a distinctly classic design, with a low-top silhouette that’s both eye-catching and discreet. The upper features the classic ‘N’ logo on a backdrop of pigskin suede and nubuck leather, and on the heel and woven tongue is more New Balance branding, reinforcing the heritage of the company. These elements combine seamlessly with most contemporary outfits, enhancing the casual threads of fashion fans.

In addition to being visually appealing, the T500 is a practical sneaker, as you would expect given its historic links to tennis. Notably, the toe box is perforated for enhanced breathability (and an even more striking appearance), the outsole is grippy, and a polyurethane midsole ensures that you, the wearer, will feel comfortable as you take this lifestyle sneaker from the tennis courts to the streets.