Instant Sneaker Crush!

The New Balance 550's 😍

I saw these New Balance 550’s on someone else and immediately wanted them. I haven’t crushed on a pair of sneakers like this since college — maybe it’s because I was sitting in a writing class when I spotted them?!? I also haven’t strayed from Nike’s in over a decade. They’re the only brand whose styles and comfort have been (pretty much) consistent for my feet. But I thought they were so beautiful, and they were also on sale at Champs ($89.99 from $120), so I just went for it. I CHEATED ON NIKE.

Here I am unboxing them for the first time! Size info and also confusion around the multiple 550 styles are in the video and below.