The New Balance 550, originally debuting in 1989, is a low-top silhouette inspired by 1980s and 1990s court classics. After being archived, it was reintroduced in limited runs in late 2020 and returned to the full-time lineup in 2021, quickly becoming a fashion favorite. This iteration features a "True Red Black" colorway.
- Mixed material uppers with perforated leather and suede overlays
- Base color is off-white or sea salt
- "True Red" accents appear on the 'N' logos, lateral heel, tongue tab branding, and parts of the outsole
- Black details are featured on the heel counter, lining, and around the 'N' logo
- Padded mesh tongue with flat laces
- Large padded 'N' logos on the side walls
- Full-length cupsole construction for support
- Breathable underlays
- Tonal rubber outsole with a non-marking tread
- "NB" branding printed on insoles and tongue tab
- "550" insignia on the lateral heel
- Midsole is crisp white with dark branding on the heel counter
- Outsole has red detailing at the toe and heel