# Premium Retro Sneakers New Balance Updated Its Offerings with a Mint Green-Accented '920' Model By Riley von Niessen | Published 2020-11-05 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/920-model References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2020/11/new-balance-920-black-gray-mint-release-information) & [newbalance](http://newbalance.com) After first unveiling a new iteration of its '920' model back in August, [New Balance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-suede-colorway) is prepping to launch the updated model with a retro look that combines hues of gray, black, orange, and mint green. As [HYPEBEAST](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jordan-clarkson) explains, the model takes inspiration from New Balance's 900 and [1000 series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1000-model), combining premium materials like high-quality leather and suede with mesh components that supply the model with a lightweight and breathable feel. On the sides of the uppers, New Balance's classic "N" logo is featured, with the orange and gray letter surrounded by clean white stitching to make it stand out on the black suede material. The updated 920 in Black/Mint/Gray is available from New Balance retailers such as Packer Shoes. Image Credit: Packer Shoes ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Retro-inspired Sneaker Design:** Opportunity for sneaker brands to create updated models with nostalgic aesthetics and modern materials. - **Hybrid Materials:** Potential for combining premium materials like leather and suede with lightweight mesh to create comfortable and stylish sneakers. - **Bold Color Accents:** A chance for brands to incorporate eye-catching color accents, such as mint green, to add uniqueness to sneaker designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Footwear:** Innovation opportunities for footwear brands to incorporate retro aesthetics and hybrid materials for improved comfort and style. - **Fashion:** Disruptive potential for fashion brands to embrace retro sneaker trends and explore bold color choices for their footwear collections. - **Sportswear:** Opportunity for sportswear brands to tap into the popularity of retro sneakers and offer hybrid designs that combine fashion and functionality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Green Textural Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-suede-colorway.md) - [Reinvented Retro Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-1000-3.md) - [Retro Vibrant Detailed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-1000-2.md) - [Spring-Ready Lifestyle Sneaker Colorways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906r-sneaker-model.md) - [Dark Olive Green Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-camo-colorway.md) - [Classic Retro Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/740-sneaker.md) - [Neon-Tinged Dynamic Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906a-neon-pack.md) - [Bright Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-suede.md) - [Muted Neutral Earthy Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grey-days-colorway.md)