Customer Reviews New Balance Classics 996
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Customer Fit Survey:
52%"Felt true to size"
77%"Felt true to width"
91%"Moderate arch support"
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Super cute. Very comfortable.
Brooke, Zappos Customer,
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These are my first new balance shoes. I was hesitant for the longest time to get any because the size guide always threw me off. I usually go off of the cm instead of the actual number size. But based on the reviews I just went up a half size and they fit perfectly. They are very comfortable and love the colors. Will be purchasing more new balances from now on.
Kyolovx,
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They are beautiful. The pink is a very soft hue. They are super comfortable too. New Balance never disappoints.
Iv, Zappos Customer,
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Very comfortable shoes. Great for running errands all day. Ran about a half size bigger than my normal shoe size.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I love these new colors!! So cute and feminine. I got them in the blue and the color is very bright and beautiful in person! But I do have to say these run sooo smal. My normal sneaker size is 7.5. When I got those in I placed a new order for an 8. Those still weren't big enough. I ended up with an 8.5 even though all of my other new balance sneakers are a 7.5. I'd personally suggest going up a whole size. My feet aren't particularly wide either so I was shocked I had to size up that much. All in all, these shoes are gorgeous and New balance has quick shipping and easy returns so it wasn't a big deal!
Lauren,
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Bought them last minute to wear for lots of walking in NYC after the last two pairs of different shoes didn’t work even though I tried breaking them in for a couple of weeks before my trip. I didn’t have time to try to break these in. I did add an insert for plantars fasciitis. Wore them in NYC the past two days brand new. Walked 24,000 plus steps each day and no blisters. So comfortable and cute.
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My feet grew during/after pregnancy so I'm replacing my previous pair of 996s (among other shoes). I went up a half size in my running shoes (Brooks Ghost) but a full size in these. I have found the 996s to be consistently narrow shoes. My recommendation to anyone buying these 996s is to go up at least a half size and consider buying a wide width if you don't have narrow/borderline narrow feet.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Comfortable and stylish!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Awesome customer service
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Love them!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I really like these NB: color, style and comfort meet my expectations.I’ve been walking a lot with them on, at the airport, going downhill and uphill, no blisters, tightness, or any other discomfort. Wish it was available in other colors.
Beatriz, Zappos Customer,
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Toe box a bit too narrow for my bunions.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Tight across instep
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I really like the look of the shoe but I had to return because of sizing. I usually wear an 8 in tennis shoes so I ordered an 8 1/2. Should have ordered a 9. I recommend ordering a whole size up.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Size up at least a half size! I usually wear a size 8.5-9; accidentally bought these in a size 9.5 and I'm glad I did!
Thin insole wasn't comfortable to start - I removed and replaced with one with more cushion and arch support, and now they're very comfortable.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Ordered a half size up as I usually do with this brand. I’m a petite 7.5 and Newbies for me are better in an 8. These Classics are comfortable for all day wear right out of the box. 2nd pair I have had. Decent support and cushioning, but not that of say a true running shoe.
Kathleen, Zappos Customer,
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I usually wear a 5.5 in sandals but the 6 fit perfectly. It’s lightweight and comfy, but there isn’t much support from the sides since it’s a low profile show. I was able to fit my orthotics in so that was great. The shoe is pretty narrow due to the style, but it worked for me.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Love these shoes. But they run small. Size up 1/2 for smaller more narrow feet, full size for fuller feet.
I'd also recommend:
Nike!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Waaaayy too narrow. C'mon New Balance. Please make the cute shoes for all foot types.
Jenifer, Zappos Customer,
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I ordered my normal shoe size, and they felt a bit snug. Maybe they would stretch a little, but I didn’t want to risk it so back they went. Nice looking shoe…low profile, but not what I was looking for.
I'd also recommend:
No other brands. I love N B!
Becky, Zappos Customer,
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Very small, maybe a full size small. Other than that, very nice.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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right shoe had an obvious flaw in construction of the shoe.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Size and fit were fine. However there was an obvious flaw in the construction of the right shoe. I returned them for that reason.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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This shoe is very nice looking, unfortunately it is way too small and too narrow.
I'm returning the pair and hope to find another that fits.
Kathleen, Zappos Customer,
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great shoe but I have narrow feet and they were too wide
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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