The New Balance 550 has become one of the most important silhouettes in the ALD x New Balance partnership, and this cream and green edition shows exactly why. Aime Leon Dore brought the 550 back from the New Balance archives and turned it into one of the most sought-after sneakers in the entire market today. This particular colorway uses a cream leather base with forest green mesh and leather accents that give it a vintage basketball feel with modern collaborative polish and attention to detail. The 550 silhouette carries a flat court sole and low profile that made it a favorite on basketball courts in the 1980s and now makes it a staple on streets worldwide.

Product Features

Upper: Cream perforated leather base with green mesh panels and leather overlays at the heel and collar for a mixed material look
N Logo: Large “N” on the lateral side filled with green mesh material inside a leather border for a unique textured branding detail
Midsole: Off-white midsole with green rubber outsole accents that continue the two-tone color story all the way to the bottom
Tongue: Padded tongue with collaborative branding that sits comfortably against the foot during all day wear
Stitching: Contrast green stitching throughout the cream leather panels adding subtle design detail that you notice up close and adds a layer of craftsmanship to the overall build

Fit & Construction

Sole: Flat rubber outsole with a court-style tread pattern for reliable grip on smooth and rough surfaces
Profile: Low top basketball silhouette with a padded collar that supports the ankle without restricting movement
Comfort: Cushioned insole that provides all day comfort whether you are on your feet for hours or just running quick errands around the neighborhood

Style these with relaxed bottoms from the sweatpants range or cuffed denim for a clean casual look. A simple tee from the t-shirts collection keeps things balanced on top. Visit the care guide for leather sneaker maintenance tips to keep the cream panels looking fresh.