New Balance Gives its 550 Sneaker a White and Grey Colorway
References: newbalance & hypebeast
New Balance introduces the latest tonal iteration to join its expansive roster of 550 sneaker model colorways with the white and grey version. It features minimal design language and can be versatile throughout any season of the year. The upper is made in a white base foundation and then detailed with gray at the sole unit and overlay details.
The has a blended material in terms of the construction, starting with white leather at the base and white mesh by the heel and tongue sections. Grey details the soft suede at the heel counter and the mudguard of the shoe before being rounded out by the heel, midsole, tongue, and midfoot that is detailed with the usual N logo.
Image Credit: New Balance
The has a blended material in terms of the construction, starting with white leather at the base and white mesh by the heel and tongue sections. Grey details the soft suede at the heel counter and the mudguard of the shoe before being rounded out by the heel, midsole, tongue, and midfoot that is detailed with the usual N logo.
Image Credit: New Balance
Trend Themes
1. Minimal Lifestyle Sneakers - There is a disruption opportunity for brands to continue to produce minimal lifestyle sneakers with versatile designs to appeal to a wider audience.
2. Tonal Design Language - The use of tonal design language opens the opportunity for brands to experiment with various color combinations and offer consumers more customizable options.
3. Blended Material Construction - Brands can explore the opportunity of using blended materials in the construction of shoes to create a unique design while remaining functional and athletic.
Industry Implications
1. Athletic Footwear - The athletic footwear industry can benefit from the trend of minimal, versatile designs that can appeal to not only athletes but also the everyday consumer.
2. Fashion - The fashion industry can experiment with the trend of minimalist design language and offer consumers more customizable options while maintaining simplicity and elegance.
3. Sustainable Footwear - The use of blended materials could lead to more sustainable footwear options by reducing the use of single materials and promoting responsible material sourcing and production.
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