# Neon-Detailed Dark Tonal Sneakers New Balance Offers a Dark Palette of the 992 Sneaker Model By Amy Duong | Published 2021-08-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/992-sneaker-1 References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2021/8/new-balance-992-black-purple-release-info) [New Balance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nimbus-cloud-colorway) introduces the newest tonal iteration of the classic 992 sneaker model for the season with a dark palette and bright neon details. The shoe is rooted in a black and purple colorway as the base foundation before it is detailed with some colorblocking accents. The uppers are made with [mesh, suede, and leather](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-suede) materials in pitch-black before deep dark purple arrives in a suede material by the mudguard and the heel counter. Bright vibrant details make up the midfoot with yellow trimming that surrounds the signature N logo and white New Balance text makes its way around the tongue section. The same purple follows through to the midsole to ensure that the entire silhouette keeps a [dark tone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1500-made-in-uk-1). Image Credit: New Balance ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 10% | 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) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Dark Tonal Sneakers:** Opportunity to incorporate neon accents into other dark colorway sneaker models for a unique and trendy look. - **Colorblocking Accents:** Opportunity to add pops of color to other sneaker models by incorporating colorblocking techniques for a visually engaging design. - **Mixed Material Uppers:** Opportunity to experiment with various materials to create unique textured uppers for sneaker models. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear:** Footwear companies can capitalize on the trend of using dark and neon color palettes in their sneaker designs to appeal to fashion-forward consumers. - **Fashion:** The trend of incorporating neon accents into dark colorway designs can extend beyond footwear and into other fashion products such as clothing and accessories. - **Athletic Wear:** Athletic wear companies can use dark and neon color palettes in their apparel designs to offer consumers more trendy and visually interesting options for workout attire. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimal Monochromatic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nimbus-cloud-colorway.md) - [Neon-Tinged Dynamic Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906a-neon-pack.md) - [Dark Olive Green Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-camo-colorway.md) - [Retro Vibrant Detailed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-1000-2.md) - [Muted Monochromatic Lifestyle Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-and-grey-colorway.md) - [VIbrant Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colors-be-the-palette.md) - [Navy Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/990v6-1.md) - [Vibrant Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fluorescent-colorway.md) - [Bright Colorblocking Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2002r-sneaker-5.md)