Dad shoes just got their 2026 glow-up. Meet the New Balance 530, rendered in a fresh palette for a new-season take on the enduring dad shoe trend. The classic 530, revived for today in the trending sneaker colour you need to know, exclusive to THE ICONIC.
The Iconic New Balance 530, Reimagined
Debuting in the ‘90s as a high-performance running shoe, the 530 taps into our current appetite for nostalgic aesthetics. Built with ABZORB midsole cushioning for impact absorption, a breathable mesh upper and clean metallic overlays, the 530 balances retro visual appeal with foundations in engineered comfort technology.
Effortlessly versatile, the lightweight dad shoe style bridges its original ‘90s athletic heritage with Y2K-inspired street style. Easily styled with jeans, athleisure and soft tailoring alike, the NB 530 is a stealth hybrid, comfortable enough to clock 10,000 steps yet sharp enough for your smart-casual office look.
Classic monochrome laid the groundwork for the 530’s recent revival. The new limited-edition release elevates the retro runner’s existing profile with on-trend edge, pairing New Balance’s signature industrial grey with deep maroon accents on the iconic N logo and panelling.
The Sneaker Colour Trend You Need to Know
Maroon, along with shades of oxblood, burgundy, and deep cherry, is the colour of the season. The style set’s current obsession with cherry red and burgundy confirms maroon’s status as the new neutral and trending alternative to black.
In footwear, maroon lends itself to colour-drenched looks or adds a subdued pop of colour. Anchored with grey to ground the silhouette, the maroon-detailed 530 strikes the perfect balance between sportive and designer palettes. Simple to style with your existing basics, maroon is an easygoing sneaker accent colour with natural wearability.
3 Ways to Wear the NB 530
Elevated Off-Duty
Style the retro runners with slouchy denim or wide-leg pants, a white tank and an oversized trench coat to let the maroon pull the focus as the statement colour.
Tonal Athleisure
Pair with black, grey or navy biker shorts, crew socks and an oversized maroon sweater to coordinate with the deep red detailing on the 530.
Casual Tailoring
Contrast the athletic vibe with a structured cream or tan blazer, satin slip skirt or bermuda shorts and hoop earrings for pared-back polish.
THE ICONIC’s exclusive grey and maroon colourway teams the 530’s heritage comfort with on-trend street style. Whether you’re a New Balance collector or stepping into the season's hottest statement colour trend, grab your box-fresh pair, available now, only at THE ICONIC.