Nike unveils a new tonal iteration of the Air More Uptempo Slide silhouette that readies for the warmer seasons ahead. The shoes were recently seen in a blue gradient palette and now it gets a classic fusion of black, white, and red across the silhouette.
The upper layer starts off with an oversized structure and nubuck materials that make out the 'AIR' lettering seen along the lateral and medial sides of the shoe in black. Under this is a white base foundation accented with perforated details between each letter. A bright pop of red is seen by the Swoosh logo emblem that is stamped over the bridge of the foot. Rounding out the shoe are the circular Nike logos on the footbeds and black and white stripes.
Soft Contrasting Summer Slides
Nike Unveils a New Tonal Air More Uptempo Slide Colorway
Trend Themes
1. Tonal Summer Slides - The trend towards tonal summer slides presents an opportunity for brands to innovate and experiment with monochromatic colorways.
2. Oversized Silhouettes - The oversized silhouette trend in footwear provides an opportunity for brands to create statement pieces that prioritize comfort and style.
3. Perforated Details - The trend towards perforated details in footwear offers an opportunity for brands to experiment with materials and textures for added breathability and visual interest.
Industry Implications
1. Athletic Footwear - The release of Nike's tonal summer slides highlights the ongoing trend towards comfortable and stylish athletic footwear for everyday wear.
2. Streetwear - Oversized and statement-making footwear silhouettes are becoming increasingly popular in the streetwear industry, creating opportunities for brands to create bold and unique designs.
3. Fashion Accessories - Perforated details in footwear offer opportunities for fashion accessory brands to create unique and breathable designs in other products, such as bags and hats.