The original 550 appeared in 1989 and made its mark on basketball courts across the country. After its initial run, the 550 was stored away in the archives before being re-released as a limited edition in late 2020. In 2021, it returned to the full-time lineup and quickly became a global fashion favorite. The 550's streamlined low-top silhouette is a sleek interpretation of the heavy-duty designs of the late 1980s, while its reliable leather, synthetic fabric and mesh upper is a classic of any era.