New Balance 327 Trainers in Grey and White. As recreational running became a thing back in the 1970’s, New Balance were right there at the forefront forging away with the now classic 327 model and defining the future status of running shoes. This contemporary revamp showcases an angular reworking of the iconic wedge silhouette together with oversized asymmetrical ‘N’ branding to the sides. The plush textile and suede upper features an exaggerated fang design inspired by the 320, 355 and Supercomp styles. Medial linear New Balance branding, lugged trail-inspired outsole, rubber heel wrap, retro nylon tongue and split eyerow.