The 550 'Varsity Gold' features a retro two-tone look on its retro basketball construction. The shoe's leather upper sports a white base, with Varsity Gold bringing color to the branding, quarter panel and tongue lining. Tonal seude overlays the forefoot, with microperforations on the midfoot overlay offering breathability. Underfoot, a rubber cupsole anchors the build, housing an EVA wedge, visible on the medial side, for cushioning.