The New Balance 550 White Carolina Blue borrows its colors from the University of North Carolina’s signature hues. This sneaker features a white, Carolina blue, and black colorway. The low-top shoe has a white leather upper with contrasting bits of Carolina blue throughout. For branding, it showcases a raised 'N' on the lateral and medial sides, along with a flying NB logo on the back heel. The sneaker sits on a rubber cup sole, complete with an exposed EVA wedge on the medial sidewall. This model was released on August 17, 2022, with a retail price of $110.