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New Balance

New Balance is an American activewear label best known for sportswear and running gear — quality 7/10, leaning very casual.

ActivewearUnited StatesMen & WomenActivewear

Quality

7.0

Price$$$$$$

Value 7.4

Typical prices

tees $30-45, sweats $60-90

Scores

Quality

7 of 10

Design

6 of 10

Reputation

8.5 of 10

Style

Scores last reviewed July 8, 2026 · Sources: instyle.com, lyst.com · How we score

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