Engineered Garments works in collaboration with New Balance on three colorway options for the signature 990v5 sneaker model. The sneaker is part of the Nepenthes pop-up for New Balance located in New York and the collaborative sneaker arrives in asymmetrical tonal designs.
The three colorway options include navy blue, black, and gray -- the gray option features contrasting colors across both the medial and lateral sides. The navy blue and the black options blend together suede materials with alligator skin-style leather materials. The clashing upper is made up of a series of different leather materials that cover a mesh base foundation. At the heels are some suede paneling accents and it all sits atop an ENCAP midsole.
Asymmetrical Leather Sneakers
Engineered Garments and New Balance Drops Three 990v5 Colorways
Trend Themes
1. Asymmetrical Sneaker Designs - Exploring the trend of asymmetrical tonal designs in sneaker collaborations, creating unique and distinctive footwear.
2. Mixing Different Leather Materials - Incorporating contrasting leather materials, such as suede and alligator skin-style leather, in sneaker designs for a fresh and luxurious aesthetic.
3. Contrasting Colors on Medial and Lateral Sides - Introducing contrasting colors on both the medial and lateral sides of sneakers, offering a unique visual appeal and exciting design element.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion/apparel - The fashion/apparel industry can explore asymmetrical sneaker designs to bring new and innovative footwear options to the market.
2. Footwear - Footwear companies can experiment with mixing different leather materials in their designs to create unique and high-end sneakers.
3. Sportswear - Sportswear brands can incorporate contrasting colors on the medial and lateral sides of sneakers to add a stylish and eye-catching element to their athletic footwear.