The New Balance 550 - Au Lait

features a subdued color scheme inspired by the classic hoops shoe style. The white leather top is adorned with a cream-colored "N" insignia, which is reinforced with a grey suede forefoot overlay and a moulded tan heel clip. The white-cloth collar is strengthened with an overlay of leather with a brown finish that matches. On the medial side, a rubber cupsole exposes an EVA wedge, and the outsole is made of sturdy rubber with a rust color beneath the forefoot and heel.