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Nike's New Air Max 270 Flyknit Sneakers Get a Multi-Tonal Makeover

— June 29, 2018 — Fashion
Sportswear giant Nike continues to drop new iterations of the iconic Air Max 270 Flyknit sneakers and its latest version sees a multicolor update. The latest version boasts a predominantly black tone, serving as the base upper and has contrasting under weaves of vibrant hues in addition to the eye-catching red heel. Nike's branding details adorn the shoe in the form of a large Swoosh finished in a bright yellow tone on top of the black canvas, which stretches out from the toe area to the midfoot section.

Additionally, there is also a bright red Air Max 170 motif found on both the tongue and the midfoot. To finish off the new iteration, there is a hybrid sole unit, an external Air heel bag in black, and a white foam forefoot sole.

Trend Themes

  1. Multicolor Sneaker Designs — Opportunity for brands to create eye-catching sneakers with vibrant hues and contrasting under weaves.
  2. Air Knit Construction — Potential for sportswear companies to innovate by utilizing air knit materials for lightweight and breathable sneakers.
  3. Hybrid Sole Units — Disruptive innovation opportunity to combine different sole technologies for enhanced comfort and performance in sneakers.

Industry Implications

  1. Sports Apparel — Opportunity for sports apparel companies to capitalize on the trend of multicolor sneaker designs.
  2. Footwear — Innovation potential for footwear companies to explore air knit construction for their product lines.
  3. Athletic Footwear — Disruptive opportunity for athletic footwear brands to incorporate hybrid sole units for improved functionality.
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