Lifestyle Basketball Sneaker Partnerships

New Balance Unveils More 550 Sneaker Collaborations

Korean fashion imprint thisisneverthat launches a new 550 sneaker collaboration project alongside New Balance. There are three new colorways that join the roster including pink, brown, and green. The lifestyle shoes started off as basketball sneakers and have been a staple casual option in recent years.

With a first look at the upcoming shoes, it prepares for the warmer seasons ahead. The pink colorway has a dusty tone and black accents to add some contrast -- this can be seen in the interior lining, the 550 branding, the N branding on the lateral side, and at the base foundation. The same language continues to the brown colorway. The green palette features a similar design with crisp white laces.

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Sneaker Collaborations
Opportunity for brands to collaborate with sneaker companies to create unique and limited edition designs.
Lifestyle Footwear
Growing market for stylish and comfortable footwear options that can be worn in everyday settings.
Colorway Expansions
Demand for sneakers with a variety of color options to cater to individual preferences and style.

Where This Applies

Fashion
Fashion brands can partner with sneaker companies to create trendy designs that appeal to consumers.
Sportswear
Opportunity for sportswear brands to expand their lifestyle footwear offerings and tap into the casual market.
Streetwear
Streetwear brands can collaborate with sneaker companies to create exclusive releases that resonate with their target audience.
SCORE
2.6 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa
GENERATION
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 40%
Activity 21%
Freshness 18%