# Deep Green Collaborative Sneakers Daniëlle Cathari Creates her Own New Balance 991v2 Shoe By Amy Duong | Published 2024-02-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/991v2-3 References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/danielle-cathari-new-balance-sneaker-collab/)  Amsterdam-based designer Daniëlle Cathari creates her latest collaborative project with [991v2](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/New Balance. She gives a go at the classic 991v2 sneaker model this time around with a focus on a matcha-themed tonal palette. The silhouette itself made its first appearance last year as a new iteration of its [991](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-camo-colorway) with new constructions whilst maintaining the retro spirit of the classic. The new iteration highlights a slime-green tone throughout the upper with suede materials that is inspired by matcha powder. The brown mesh accents that add a tonal contrast are meant to represent chocolate. All of the details come together for a seamless structure rounded out by embroidered collaborative branding on the tongue and reflective accents. Image Credit: Danielle Cathari ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 20% - 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Matcha-themed Tonal Palette:** Opportunity for brands to incorporate matcha-inspired colors into their products for a unique and eye-catching aesthetic. - **New Constructions in Sneaker Design:** Potential for sneaker companies to explore innovative construction techniques to update classic silhouettes and maintain a retro vibe. - **Collaborative Branding and Accents:** Chance for brands to collaborate with designers and incorporate unique branding and accents to create exclusive, limited-edition products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion & Apparel:** Opportunity for fashion brands to tap into the matcha-inspired color trend and create clothing and accessories that appeal to a health-conscious, aesthetically-driven consumer base. - **Footwear:** Potential for sneaker manufacturers to experiment with new construction techniques and collaborate with designers to create innovative and exclusive sneakers that appeal to sneaker enthusiasts and collectors. - **Design & Collaboration:** Chance for designers and brands to collaborate and create unique, limited-edition products that combine innovative design elements with established brand identities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collaborative Vibrant Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/991v2-sneaker.md) - [Dark Olive Green Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-camo-colorway.md) - [Rich Green Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-993-1.md) - [Textural Green Leather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/99ginger.md) - [Neutral Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vk-design-works-x-new-balance.md) - [VIbrant Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colors-be-the-palette.md) - [Avocado-Inspired Tonal Lifestyle Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avocado-colorway-1.md) - [Militaristic Green Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-olivine.md) - [Green Textural Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-suede-colorway.md)