Okay, so, I finally did it! I jumped on the pink and purple New Balance train. I’d been eyeing those pastel-ish color combos for ages, and figured, why not? Time to spice things up a bit, you know?
First off, the hunt. I started by browsing online, specifically looking for New Balance models that already rocked the pink and purple vibe. Saw a few 574s that caught my eye, but nothing screamed “me” just yet. Then I stumbled upon a custom option on their website – BOOM! Idea struck. I could design my OWN pink and purple dream shoe!
The custom design process was actually kinda fun. Spent a good hour or so tweaking every single part. I went with a 574 because they’re classic and comfy. Started with a light pink base, like a really soft blush color. Then, I added purple accents – a slightly darker purple for the “N” logo and some of the heel detailing. Wanted to avoid looking TOO girly, so I threw in some grey bits around the midsole and toe box to balance it out.
Waiting for them to arrive was the hardest part! Felt like forever. Finally, the day came. Ripped open the box like a kid on Christmas. They looked even better in person! The colors were exactly how I’d imagined them, and the quality was top-notch, as you’d expect from New Balance.
Alright, time to style these bad boys. Initially, I was a bit worried about what to wear them with. I mean, pink and purple can be tricky. But I decided to keep it simple. First outfit: black leggings, a plain white tee, and a denim jacket. The shoes popped against the neutral outfit, and it looked surprisingly cool and casual.
Next up, I tried them with some light-wash jeans and a grey sweater. Again, the shoes were the focal point, but the muted colors of my outfit kept things from being too overwhelming. I even tried pairing them with a simple black dress – surprisingly, it worked! Gave the dress a more relaxed, everyday feel.
Honestly, the key seems to be to not overthink it. Let the shoes do the talking! If you’re rocking a bold color combo like pink and purple, keep the rest of your outfit relatively simple and neutral. And don’t be afraid to experiment! Try different color combinations and see what works for you.
Verdict: Totally worth it! These pink and purple New Balances are my new go-to shoes. They’re comfy, stylish, and add a fun pop of color to any outfit. If you’re thinking about getting a pair, do it! You won’t regret it.
Here’s a quick rundown of outfit ideas:
- Black leggings + white tee + denim jacket
- Light-wash jeans + grey sweater
- Black dress + pink and purple New Balances
- Grey joggers + black hoodie
- White shorts + pastel purple t-shirt
Basically, anything goes, as long as you keep the rest of your outfit relatively simple. Have fun with it!
