New Balance
Nimbus Cloud 574 Sneakers Men
The New Balance 574 is a men's low-top sneaker designed for road and trail use, featuring a hybrid sole and a wider last for stability. Its upper combines suede, leather overlays, and mesh panels made from 100% recycled polyester, with a brushed terry lining and padded collar. The shoe includes a removable foam footbed, a soft foam ENCAP midsole with PU rim for cushioning and support, and a non-skid rubber outsole with 5% recycled rubber, meeting New Balance's green leaf standard.
Color
Size
Specifications
- Material
- Upper: Suede, mesh; Lining and sock: Textile; Outsole: Rubber; Midsole: Foam
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
The New Balance Nimbus Cloud 574 Sneakers Men are a hybrid of the 576 upper and 577 sole, offering a balanced silhouette with a wider fit. They provide ENCAP cushioning from the 990 series at a lower price, delivering firm-soft support from a foam core and PU rim that suits all-day walking and scored 5/5 comfort. However, this colorway's light suede scuffs easily and requires protection and hand-cleaning, trading low maintenance for a versatile soft neutral that adapts across casual, sporty, and dressed-down looks. The 574 is New Balance's best-selling gateway model since 1988, with a cultural legacy spanning hip-hop, high fashion, and normcore, and it meets the brand's green leaf standard with recycled materials.
Verified claims
- Hybrid Origin
- Mashup of 576 upper and 577 sole yields balanced silhouette with functional details and wider fit.
- Value
- Offers ENCAP cushioning from the 990 series at a lower price and is the brand's foundation.
- Cushioning
- Firm-soft support from foam core and PU rim suits all-day walking.
- Comfort rating
- 574 scored 5/5 comfort, one star above the Air Force 1's 4/5.
- Sizing
- Fits true to size like the 990 and 2002R, with a slightly wider last for more forefoot room.
- Cultural legacy
- The 574's verified cultural arc spans 90s hip-hop, 2022 Miu Miu, and today's celebrity normcore.
- Gateway status
- New Balance’s best-selling model and brand foundation since 1988.
- Fit
- Fits true to size on a slightly wider last, similar to the 990.
- Sustainability
- Meets New Balance’s green leaf standard with recycled materials.
- Heritage
- Continuously produced since 1988, the 574 earned its following through hip-hop and fashion, not hype drops.
- Style
- The Nimbus Cloud colorway is a soft neutral that adapts across casual, sporty, and dressed-down looks.
- Styling
- Soft neutral pairs with pastels and light denim, not tailored; add one intentional detail.
- Care
- Light suede scuffs easily; apply protector and hand-clean with a suede brush.
- Breathability
- Mesh panels provide decent airflow but not for extreme heat.
- Cleaning
- Brush suede stains, spot clean mesh; no machine wash.
- Protection
- Pre-treat with suede protector; avoid rain to prevent stains.
- Suede quality
- Suede is everyday-grade; routine care keeps it looking fresh.
- Durability
- Suede quality varies by colorway; upper softens quickly and retains shape with rotation.
- Midsole longevity
- Midsole retains original feel after 300 days of use thanks to PU rim.
- Green leaf standard
- Green leaf standard: internal label for recycled polyester and rubber; no third-party certification.
- Cultural adoption
- The 574 has been adopted by hip-hop icons, high-fashion designers, and celebrities.
- Colorway practicality
- This colorway's light suede needs care but keeps the 574's consistent construction.
Product record
- Title
- Nimbus Cloud 574 Sneakers Men
- Brand
- New Balance
- Price
- 130 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Right-facing low-top sneaker shown in true side profile. Suede and mesh upper in blue tones with an appliqued N logo, contrast trim, molded heel support and layered midsole.
- View and orientationSingle shoe shown in full right-side profile, toe pointing right, entire lateral side visible.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.52 · w 0.88 · h 0.36 (high) - Upper material - suedeSuede overlays cover toe box, midfoot and heel counter in a muted blue; nap/soft texture visible at suede edges.
1 region
x 0.09 · y 0.58 · w 0.70 · h 0.25 (high) - Upper material - meshOpen knit mesh panels appear on the vamp and around the collar/tongue in a darker navy blue with visible knit pattern.
2 regions
x 0.47 · y 0.52 · w 0.34 · h 0.19 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.49 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (medium) - Applied 'N' logoLarge stitched appliqued 'N' emblem on the lateral midfoot with a darker fill and a lighter contrast border.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.57 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Contrast trim and eyelet panelLight beige/cream trim runs along the collar, eyelet panel and around the N logo creating a two-tone contrast with the blue upper.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.50 · w 0.45 · h 0.20 (high) - Heel support pieceMolded gray heel clip on the lateral rear with horizontal ribbing and a raised logo area integrating into the midsole.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.67 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high) - Midsole layeringMulti-layered midsole with a gray heel section, a central white foam stripe, and a thin dark trim above the outsole.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.72 · w 0.74 · h 0.16 (high) - OutsoleBlack rubber outsole with a tread profile visible along the lower edge.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.82 · w 0.90 · h 0.07 (high) - Laces and eyeletsFlat woven laces in a light neutral tone threaded through stitched eyelet panels with visible metal-free eyelets.
1 region
x 0.55 · y 0.54 · w 0.28 · h 0.16 (high) - Midsole text emboss“NB”
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.69 · w 0.11 · h 0.08 (high) - Midsole text emboss second line“ENCAP”
1 region
x 0.09 · y 0.74 · w 0.16 · h 0.05 (medium)
Other
Studio shot on a uniform light gray background with even lighting and a soft shadow beneath the shoe; shoe centered in frame with generous top space.
- BackgroundFlat, neutral light gray backdrop filling the frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shadow and lightingSoft diffuse shadow directly under the shoe indicating even, frontal studio lighting with minimal harsh highlights.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.80 · w 0.80 · h 0.10 (high) - Image crop and framingShoe is centered horizontally and positioned in lower half of image leaving large empty space above.
Colors
muted navy blue· suede upper#525B74dark navy· mesh panels#333C54cream· contrast trim and eyelet panelwhite· heel tabmedium gray· molded heel clip#9E9A99bright white· midsole stripeblack· outsolelight gray-beige· laces- View and orientationSingle shoe shown in full right-side profile, toe pointing right, entire lateral side visible.
- 02
Product
Rear three-quarter view of a pair of low-top athletic sneakers showing heel counters, midsoles, and upper materials. Visible materials include blue suede, navy mesh, cream trim, white leather heel tabs, and multi-layered midsoles with embossed markings.
- Overall viewPair of sneakers shown from the rear three-quarter angle with both heels and outer sides partially visible; right shoe is closer to camera and more prominent.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.38 · w 0.84 · h 0.47 (high) - Heel tab material and text“White leather heel tabs on both shoes with lowercase printed text spanning two lines reading 'new' over 'balance' centered on each tab.”
2 regions
x 0.24 · y 0.45 · w 0.20 · h 0.15 (high); x 0.05 · y 0.48 · w 0.17 · h 0.14 (high) - Upper material - suedeBlue suede covers the heel counters and extends along the outer side panels; suede has a matte, slightly textured nap.
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.53 · w 0.53 · h 0.25 (high) - Collar and tongue materialNavy mesh fabric around the collar and visible tongue lining with a textured knit appearance.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.32 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high) - Contrast trimCream/beige piping trim runs along the seam between the mesh collar and suede upper near the heel.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.46 · w 0.32 · h 0.12 (high) - Heel stabilizerLight grey molded heel stabilizer with horizontal ribbed detail wrapping the rear midsole area on both shoes.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.61 · w 0.50 · h 0.16 (high) - Embossed midsole marking“Embossed uppercase marking 'ENCAP' visible on the lateral side of the right shoe midsole near the heel.”
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.70 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (medium) - Embossed logo on stabilizer“Raised 'NB' logo embossed on the outer face of the light grey heel stabilizer on the right shoe.”
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.60 · w 0.11 · h 0.09 (medium) - Midsole layersMulti-layered midsole comprising a light grey band above a white stripe and a darker grey outsole section with visible speckling on the black tread.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.68 · w 0.60 · h 0.20 (high) - Inner tongue printed labelVertical block of small printed text on the inner tongue lining of both shoes; text is small and mostly illegible at this resolution.Partial
2 regions
x 0.54 · y 0.20 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (medium); x 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.16 · h 0.20 (medium)
Other
Simple studio composition on a light neutral background with even soft lighting and mild shadow under the shoes. Image is cropped to include lower half of product, leaving top background empty.
- Shot compositionStudio-style product photo with shoes placed on a flat surface, photographed from a low rear three-quarter angle with space above the shoes.
- BackgroundUniform light grey background with no visible props or packaging.
- Shadows and reflectionsSoft shadow visible beneath the shoes consistent with diffuse overhead lighting; minor reflection on the surface of the midsole.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.79 · w 0.68 · h 0.10 (medium)
Colors
muted denim blue· suede upper#4E5972navy· mesh collar and tongue#34343Bclean white· heel tab#C3C4C4light beige· contrast piping#C3C5C4stone grey· heel stabilizer and midsole band#B3B2ABwhite· midsole stripeblack with speckle· outsole#141414- Overall viewPair of sneakers shown from the rear three-quarter angle with both heels and outer sides partially visible; right shoe is closer to camera and more prominent.
- 03
Product
Top-down view of a pair of low-top sneakers shown side-by-side; visible materials include suede overlays, mesh uppers, woven laces, branded tongue tags, and cushioned collars with visible insoles.
- Overall orientationPair of sneakers shown from directly above with toes at the top of the image and heels at the bottom, both shoes fully visible and parallel.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.02 · w 0.94 · h 0.96 (high) - Toe box and vamp materialsRounded toe boxes have a blue suede overlay surrounding a darker blue mesh vamp; suede has a matte, slightly textured appearance while mesh shows a fine open weave.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.42 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.02 · w 0.42 · h 0.40 (high) - Lacing and eyeletsFlat woven off-white laces threaded through five pairs of eyelets; laces are tied loosely with visible aglets not shown in frame.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.25 · w 0.34 · h 0.35 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.25 · w 0.34 · h 0.35 (high) - Side N logoContrasting 'N' logo appliques run along the outer sides of both shoes with a lighter outline and darker interior, stitched onto the suede panels.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.36 · w 0.18 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.36 · w 0.18 · h 0.30 (high) - Tongue tag featuresRectangular woven tongue tags protrude above the laces with printed logo and model number, attached to a mesh tongue.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high) - Collar padding and heel cupPadded white collar linings surround the ankle opening with a visible heel cup edge; collar interior is slightly ribbed fabric.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.60 · w 0.40 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.60 · w 0.40 · h 0.36 (high) - Insole text areaBlue insoles with white vertical branding text visible inside both shoes.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.66 · w 0.32 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.66 · w 0.32 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Studio shot on a neutral light gray background with even top lighting producing soft shadows beneath the shoes; image is cropped tightly around the pair and shows no props or people.
- Shot compositionTop-down studio photograph with both shoes centered and aligned vertically, toes toward the top edge and heels toward the bottom edge.
- BackgroundUniform light gray background filling the frame with no texture or visible seams.
- Lighting and shadowEven diffuse lighting with faint soft shadows beneath each shoe, minimal specular highlights on suede and mesh.
- Tongue tag text left“new balance”
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.18 · w 0.16 · h 0.08 (high) - Tongue tag text right“new balance”
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.18 · w 0.16 · h 0.08 (high) - Tongue tag model panel left“574”
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.16 · w 0.12 · h 0.06 (high) - Tongue tag model panel right“574”
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.16 · w 0.12 · h 0.06 (high) - Insole branding left“newbalance”
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.68 · w 0.18 · h 0.24 (high) - Insole branding right“newbalance”
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.68 · w 0.18 · h 0.24 (high) - Insole model number“574”
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.66 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.66 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (high)
Colors
medium blue· suede overlays#5C6B8Cnavy blue· mesh upper and tongue#354363off-white· laces#CAC4C5teal blue· insole#556A82white· midsole#C3C4C3dark charcoal· outsole trim and logo outlines#131B25- Overall orientationPair of sneakers shown from directly above with toes at the top of the image and heels at the bottom, both shoes fully visible and parallel.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
10 total10 reviews · out of 5
Beaux dans les pieds 😁
Très confos!
My hubby likes it so much
Very stylish and fits nicely. My hubby likes it so much that he wear it right away.
Très jolie et confortable
Très jolie et confortable
Confortable
Satisfait
Very nice,not long term comfortable
Really nice shoe . good for everyday use. Would not recommend for long walks like vacation visiting. Finding the right size seems a little difficult with that model. Had to order a second pair( both 9/5 ) the first one was too small the second was good.
Satisfait
Satisfait
Super
Confort assuré
Espadrilles New Balance 574 beige
Beau look, confortable et légère.
Comfortable
J’adore le style et c’est super confortable un gros must à avoir dans sa garde-robe!
sneaker
belle qualité et couleur