# Spring-Ready Collaborative Footwear KITH and New Balance Join Forces on a 993 Sneaker By Amy Duong | Published 2023-03-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/993-sneaker-1 References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/new-balance-kith-993-ss23/) & [kith](http://www.kith.com/) [KITH](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/9975-easter) works in collaboration with [New Balance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906r-sneaker-4) on a new tonal iteration of the 994 sneaker model just in time for the Spring season. It is set to officially launch online at KITH beginning March 10th and will be available for the price of $210. The shoes are made from a blend of suede, mesh, and synthetic nubuck materials that come together to create the layered upper. It is then decorated with the classic N logo on both the lateral and medial sides of the shoe. Overall, it all sits on top of the signature New Balance cushioned [ABZORB](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raso-gammato) midsole foundation. It is adorned with Spring-ready tones of pastel blues, yellows, and grey along with a collection to follow. Image Credit: KITH ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 14% - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Collaborative Footwear:** Opportunity to develop partnerships and co-branded products in the fashion industry. - **Spring-ready Sneakers:** Opportunity to create seasonal sneaker lines with pastel colors and lightweight materials. - **Layered Upper Design:** Opportunity for shoe manufacturers to incorporate a mix of materials to enhance the look and feel of footwear. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Industry:** Opportunity to collaborate with designers and influencers to create unique fashion products. - **Athletic Footwear Industry:** Opportunity to develop highly cushioned and comfortable footwear for athletes and active individuals. - **Textile Manufacturing Industry:** Opportunity to manufacture new and innovative materials and blends for use in footwear and other industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Metallic-Tinged Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906r-sneaker-4.md) - [Easter-Honoring Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/9975-easter.md) - [Blue Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/990-sneaker-model.md) - [Collaborative Neutral Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-993.md) - [VIbrant Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colors-be-the-palette.md) - [Rich Green Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-993-1.md) - [Minimal Monochromatic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nimbus-cloud-colorway.md) - [Earthy Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/933-sneaker.md) - [Mushroom-Inspired Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/993-sneaker-model.md)