Festive Footwear: New Balance Gifts for Every Step of the Season

Ladies and gentlemen, it's crunch time. Christmas is fast approaching, and if you, like many of us, have not started shopping for gifts yet, there's no better time than the present. While we're all lost in a haze of a million tabs looking for an ounce of inspiration, New Balance just so happens to have some of the best gifts available for that special person in your life.

From signature sneakers to understated clothing staples, there is truly something for everyone in New Balance's range. To make things simple, we've handpicked a selection of products below for him and for her, each suitable for all budgets.

So whether you're looking for stocking fillers or a main gift, the Boston brand has you covered. Check out our top picks below, or browse the full selection right here.

Coming from a bloke, we can be notoriously hard to buy for, but if there's one thing almost all male sneakerheads in your life will love, it's a New Balance gift. Guaranteed to bring a smile on Christmas morning, here are our top picks.

Beanies - we all need them, but no one wants to buy them. Luckily for just £15, New Balance's Flying NB Logo Cuffed Beanie will have your loved ones staying stylish and keeping warm for the remainder of the cooler months. Available in a multitude of colours, this soft acrylic knit beanie will no doubt become your recipient's new favourite piece of headwear.

Fleece season is in full swing, and few are looking better than this New Balance Athletics Polar Fleece. Cosy, well-insulated and damn-right stylish, this fleece will keep your loved one looking cold while they're feeling their warmest. Priced at £85, this piece is guaranteed to be a favourite for years to come.

What New Balance gift guide would be complete without a pair of kicks? As you can imagine, narrowing it down to just one pair was a difficult task, but these Made in USA 990v4 are really just a cut above the rest. Arriving as part of the brand's Teddy Santis designed MADE in USA range, this pair boasts an exceptional level of craftsmanship. Complete with a "Marblehead with Vintage Indigo" makeup, this pair will both match and elevate the majority of outfits.

For the full New Balance men's gifts selection, click here.

Picking for the ladies in our life can be tough at times, but fear not, because New Balance truly has something for all tastes. From minimalist to maximalist, these NB picks will truly bring joy this festive season.

For any gal on the move, a 6-panel hat is a must-have. That's why this Linear Heritage number has made the cut. Crafted to that classic 6-panel construction, complete with a metal clasp at the rear, this piece is guaranteed to upgrade any activewear look. Arriving in a crisp white hue with a contrasting logo, this retro design is timeless and chic.

As one of New Balance's current top trending silhouettes among women, you truly can't go wrong with a pair of 530s. Embracing the retro runner trend, the 530 is a must-have footwear silhouette this season. Possessing the ability to be dressed up or down, this silhouette is ideal for a number of occasions, making it a top pick in our books.

Finally, on our list, we have nothing short of a footwear icon. With each rendition of the 990 family having found itself as a staple on mood boards for the past several years, you truly can't go wrong with this v6 rendition. Sporting a mix of grey mesh and suede atop a crisp white outsole, this sneaker is ideal for year-round wear and styling.

For the full New Balance women's gifts selection, click here.