# Patchwork Casual Tonal Sneakers New Balance Launches New Iterations of the 327 Sneaker Model By Amy Duong | Published 2021-01-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/327-sneaker-model References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2021/1/new-balance-327-atmos-patchwork-blue-khaki-release-information) [New Balance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/509-sneaker) gives the 327 sneaker model a new patchwork update for 2021, offering the silhouette in two new tonal iterations. The shoe has gone through a few collaborations in the past year, working with brands such as Aries, [Casablanca](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philosophy-fresh-cream-soft-velvet), and [Levi's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mt580). The latest patchwork design is exclusively available at Japanese retail brand atmos and taps into a heritage inspiration. The khaki and blue sneakers retain the classic N logo on the side of the shoe. it has a nubbed sole unit and a blend of materials at the upper. The colorway started with khaki with black and orange detailing and the second option features a fusion of a variety of different tones of blue. Image Credit: atmos ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Patchwork Sneaker Designs:** Footwear companies can innovate by exploring unique patchwork designs for their sneaker models. - **Heritage-inspired Colorways:** Brands can create new colorways for existing sneaker models by taking inspiration from heritage designs. - **Limited Edition Collaborations:** Brands can tap into limited edition collaborations with other companies to create unique sneaker designs for their customers. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Companies in the footwear manufacturing industry can use patchwork designs to differentiate their products and offer unique styles to customers. - **Fashion Retail:** Retailers in the fashion industry can explore heritage-inspired colorways to create exclusive products and attract customers who value unique designs. - **Sporting Goods Retail:** Sporting goods retailers can collaborate with other brands to create limited edition sneaker designs that appeal to their athletic and fashion-conscious customer base. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimal Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/509-sneaker.md) - [Retro Casual Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1300-sneaker.md) - [Collaborative Vibrant Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/991v2-sneaker.md) - [Distressed Deep Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-1906d.md) - [Earthy Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-in-usa-2.md) - [Bandana-Inspired Collaborative Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bdhn.md) - [Neutral Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/204l-sneaker.md) - [Bright Colorblocking Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2002r-sneaker-5.md) - [Earthy Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abzorb-2010.md)