# Stark Color-Blocked Sneakers New Balance's 237 Sneaker Gets a Green Palette Colorway By Amy Duong | Published 2021-02-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/237-sneaker References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2021/2/new-balance-ms237-lb1-sneaker-green-colorway-release-date) & [newbalance](https://www.newbalance.com/men/featured/new-arrivals/?srule=New%20Arrivals%20-%20*Site%20Sort%20Rule) [New Balance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-suede-colorway) introduces a new tonal iteration of the 237 sneaker model for the season. The Japan branch of the sportswear brand unveils a [Green color blocked](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-suede) version of the silhouette. The low cut model references retro design influence, nodding to the 420 sneaker, the [1300 sneaker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1300-sneaker), and the golfing Gator cleats as well. The 237 is adorned in playful touches throughout. It boasts a construction of mesh, suede, and nylon materials making up the upper in a tapered off structure. The angular panels add some more dimension to the shoe and sits on top of a midsole in the same aesthetic. The warped heel panel toys with the visual, complete with the exposed foam behind the tongue and branding tag details. Image Credit: New Balance ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Color-blocked Sneakers:** Opportunity to introduce new color-blocked sneaker designs using retro influences. - **Mix of Materials:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to blend different materials and textures in sneaker designs for a unique look. - **Warped Heel Panels:** Opportunity to incorporate warped heel panels in sneaker designs for added visual interest. ### Where This Applies - **Athletic Footwear:** Athletic footwear companies can experiment with new designs and materials to stay ahead of the competition. - **Fashion:** Fashion designers can create unique and trendy sneaker designs with the use of color-blocking and mixed materials. - **Retail:** Retailers can capitalize on the popularity of these sneakers by stocking up on unique color-blocked and mixed material designs to attract customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Green Textural Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-suede-colorway.md) - [Bright Colorblocking Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2002r-sneaker-5.md) - [Vibrantly Bold Sneaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyber-jade.md) - [Bright Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-suede.md) - [Patent Leather Colorblocking Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/550-sneaker-pack.md) - [Retro Vibrant Detailed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-1000-2.md) - [Militaristic Green Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-olivine.md) - [Minimal Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/509-sneaker.md) - [Vibrant Colorway Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906r-green-astral-purple.md)