New Balance Launches a Black and Grey Tonal RC30 Sneaker
References: newbalance & hypebeast
New Balance introduces a new tonal iteration of the RC30 sneaker model for the season with a black and grey colorway option to join its roster. The shoe rests on top of a ribbed sole unit foundation, which notably, the RC30 silhouette is the first running shoe that is made with a ribbed sole.
The new version boasts a minimal design language and has experimental features. The upper is made from a smooth nylon base foundation and then detailed with black suede and white leather paneling on top for tonal and textural contrast. Additional details across the shoe include the foam tongues with branding on the tongue tags, waved sawtooth gum outsoles, and dual tonal midsoles.
Image Credit: New Balance
The new version boasts a minimal design language and has experimental features. The upper is made from a smooth nylon base foundation and then detailed with black suede and white leather paneling on top for tonal and textural contrast. Additional details across the shoe include the foam tongues with branding on the tongue tags, waved sawtooth gum outsoles, and dual tonal midsoles.
Image Credit: New Balance
Trend Themes
1. Ribbed Sole Sneakers - Companies can explore the opportunity of creating sneakers with a ribbed sole for a unique running experience.
2. Tonal Colorways - Designers can experiment with tonal colors to create sleek and minimalistic designs for sneakers.
3. Hybrid Sneaker Designs - Sneaker brands can create a new trend by designing a hybrid sneaker that combines experimental features with a minimalistic design language.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear Industry - The footwear industry has the opportunity to create innovative sneaker designs with unique features and materials.
2. Sports Industry - New ribbed sole sneakers can provide athletes with a different running experience that can improve their performance.
3. Fashion Industry - Tonal colorways and hybrid sneaker designs can be explored by fashion designers to create bold and unique fashion statements.
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