New Balance 550 Tobacco Brown

The New Balance 550 has earned a solid reputation among the various types of sneakerheads in 2023, a huge achievement considering its archived status since its 80s release. Having been through a range of classic basketball-related make-ups, the team at New Balance looks to the wheat shoe trend that was hugely popularised by the Nike Air Force 1 Mid and Timberland 6 Inch boot. The court-ready upper looks completely comfortable in this “Tobacco Brown” colourway, using the silhouette’s bulky aesthetic to play to its strengths.

The upper is composed of a range of suedes, leather and ripstop canvas that give this NB 550 a rugged edge. The all-gum midsole lays a great foundation, introducing a boot-like appearance that harkens back to the days of the Rainier Boot. The all-wheat aesthetic is improved upon thanks to the use of light and dark shades that help complement the 550’s panelling. The ripstop canvas can be found on the tongue and ankle collar, adding durability to high-wear areas that imply a thoughtful level of design. While still present, the New Balance branding blends into the shoe’s construction and further feeds into the boot aesthetic that this edition looks to for inspiration.

If you’re looking for an alternative wheat shoe to get you through 2023, why not switch things up and give this NB 550 edition a try? Find out where to pick up your pair of New Balance 550 “Tobacco Brown” by tuning into The Sole Supplier!

For sizing information check out our New Balance 550 size guide.