# Pink Gradient Zipped Sneakers Nike Unveils a New Tonal Palette of the Air Max Sunder By Amy Duong | Published 2025-01-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-sunder-1 References: [nike](http://nike.ca)  [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-6) introduces a new tonal iteration of the [Air Max Sunder](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-sunder) sneaker model with a palette of Light Army and Pinksicle. The silhouette is comprised of hues of Baroque brown as well, adding a deeper tonal contrast to the silhouette. It is ready for the summer season ahead and is only a women's colorway. The upper is detailed with a [gradient application](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-bubble-sundial) as the Pinksicle color starts in a vibrant form at the toe unit. Closer to the back of the shoe, it transforms into a deeper and moody brown at the heel. To add some branding, there are mini Swoosh logos at the tongue and lateral side of the zipper in a bold pink hue. Image Credit: Nike ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 34% - 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 - **Gradient Footwear Designs:** Incorporating gradient color patterns in footwear offers a visually dynamic and customizable aesthetic for consumers. - **Seasonal-specific Sneaker Colorways:** Developing seasonal colorways allows brands to create a sense of urgency and exclusivity, appealing to fashion-forward consumers. - **Women-only Sneaker Collections:** Curating sneaker collections specifically for women empowers the demographic with tailored styles and color choices often overlooked in mainstream releases. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Footwear Industry:** The footwear industry is witnessing a resurgence in demand for bold, expressive designs that challenge traditional color applications. - **Fashion Retail Industry:** Fashion retail is increasingly focusing on limited edition drops and exclusive collections to drive consumer interest and differentiation. - **Brand Marketing Industry:** In brand marketing, the deployment of unique design elements can enhance brand identity and strengthen customer loyalty. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Boldly Designed Zipped Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-sunder.md) - [Bold Tonal Gradient Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-6.md) - [Sunset-Inspired Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-dn-1.md) - [Bold Gradient Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aqua-colorway.md) - [Sunset-Centric Sneaker Colorways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunset-colorway.md) - [Monochromatic Metallic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-90-usa.md) - [Pink Tonal Performance Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atmosphere-colorway.md) - [Bold Spring-Ready Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fierce-purple.md) - [Multi-Color Spring Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-90-1.md)