# Gray Palette Lifestyle Sneakers The New Balance 57/40 Sneaker Gets a Neutral Colorway By Amy Duong | Published 2021-04-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5740-sneaker References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2021/4/new-balance-57-40-gray-release-info) The 57/40 sneaker model by [New Balance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grey-days-colorway) introduces its new signature gray colorway for a neutral option of the lifestyle shoe. The [retro design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/740-sneaker) boasts classic looks that are ready for the warmer seasons ahead. The [neutral palette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nimbus-cloud-colorway-1) can be seen across the brand's previous models as well. The upper is detailed with different shades of gray, ranging from sandy grays to steel-like grays for some tonal depth. The toe box and collars are made from a nubuck material with perforated details. The toe caps and heels have a soft shaggy suede construction and the heel clip features a short hair suede. FInishing off the shoe's construction are leather materials at the mudguard and midfoot sections. Image Credit: Goodhood ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 10% - 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) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Neutral Palette Sneakers:** The trend of neutral-colored sneakers is gaining popularity leading to opportunities for the development of more minimalist designs and eco-friendly materials. - **Retro Sneaker Design:** The revival of retro designs provides opportunities for brands to innovate by incorporating modern materials and technologies while still maintaining the classic looks of these shoes. - **Mixed Material Sneakers:** The use of a variety of materials in sneaker design opens up opportunities for creative designs, experimentation with textures, and new sustainable materials. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry can leverage the trend of neutral palette sneakers in their seasonal collections and create new minimalist designs for sustainable fashion lines. - **Footwear Industry:** With the growing trend of retro sneaker designs, the footwear industry has an opportunity to innovate and incorporate sustainable materials to meet consumer demand for eco-friendly products. - **Textile Industry:** The use of mixed materials in sneaker design presents an opportunity for the textile industry to create new materials and textures, reducing waste and environmental impact. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Muted Neutral Earthy Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grey-days-colorway.md) - [Muted Monochromatic Lifestyle Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-and-grey-colorway.md) - [Muted Tonal Heritage Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grey-matter.md) - [Neutral Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m991wtr.md) - [Monochromatic Suede Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/990v4-made-in-usa.md) - [Neutral Technical Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linen-colorway-1.md) - [Greyscale Lifestyle Sneaker Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grey-day-2.md) - [Minimal Greyscale Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nimbus-cloud-colorway-1.md) - [Minimal Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/509-sneaker.md)