Pink Suede Softens Up The New Balance 550

When Pigs Fly?

Andrew Rizzo April 29th, 2025 (updated)

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Is it just us, or does this New Balance 550 bring back memories of a Nike SB banger? Specifically, we’re reminded of the CNCPTS x Nike SB Dunk High “When Pigs Fly” from 2012, a sneaker widely regarded as one of the best CNCPTS collabs ever.

Much like the “When Pigs Fly” Dunk, a pink suede upper does most of the heavy lifting here. The New Balance logos appear in metallic silver, further mirroring the CNCPTS collab, while pre-yellowed treatments land on the laces and midsole. Underfoot, a speckled black outsole rounds out the delivery.

These pink suede New Balance 550s should release soon for $120 in women’s sizing; we’ll update this article as soon as pairs become available online.

Elsewhere in the New Balance world, check out the Action Bronson 992 releasing later this year.

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Written by

Andrew Rizzo, Junior Editor

Andrew Rizzo is an editor at Sneaker News based out of New York City. His primary interests include Air Jordan, Nike ACG, Nike Air Max, and New Balance footwear. Prior to joining Sneaker News, Andrew covered youth sports for several outlets and worked at one of the world’s top performance marketing agencies. He hails from Astoria, Queens and is a huge New York sports fan, particularly when it comes to the Knicks and Yankees.