550 'Varsity Orange'

550 'Varsity Orange'The New Balance 550 Varsity Orange applies a varsity inspired palette to a retro silhouette designed by Steven Smith. Layered white leather is utilized on the upper, contrasted by orange textile on the padded low cut collar. Matching citrus accents make their way to the breathable nylon tongue and the raised N logo that adorns the quarter panel. Lightweight cushioning is provided by an EVA wedge, housed within a rubber cupsole that nods to the shoes

A unique mud splatter graphic on the midsole draws inspiration from a concert in the park

neutral tones to the lifestyle running shoe

A metallic silver Swoosh shines on the side panel

while the heel overlay is updated with the same metallic gold embroidery featured on the previous two ‘Kiss of Death’ colorways

The printed phrases are used to embellish classic color blocking that accents a white leather base with contrasting black overlays and a pop of Varsity Red around the collar

it's made from soft cotton jersey

Cream-colored mesh on the low-cut collar enhances the shoe’s vintage aesthetic

' also known as the Jordan 1 'Rust Shadow

ranging from the Catskills to Central Park

The shoe is mostly grey and black

proudly make by American workers at a New England factory

a ’26 of 50’ badge is affixed on the lateral midsole