# Retro 90s-Themed Air-Unit Sneakers Nike Gives its Air Max TW Sneaker a Racer Blue Colorway By Amy Duong | Published 2022-07-20 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-tw References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/nike-air-max-tw-release-info/) [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyper-royal-colorway-2) introduces the Air Max TW sneaker model in the new Racer Blue colorway to join the roster this year. The brand infuses retro design elements into the shoe as it celebrates the 2000s and the 90s. The shoe blends many elements from the brand's archives including features that are borrowed from the Tailwind IV, the Tailwind 96, Air Max 270 React ENG, and the Tailwind III. One of the most notable elements of the shoe is the chevron pattern that stems from the upper to create a grainy texture that translates to the bottom as well, creating "TN-like| veins. The sneaker's tongue branding detail also nods to the [Air Max Plus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-waffle) and the [Zoom](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meeting-on-time) series. Image Credit: Nike ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 12% - 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) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro Sneaker Trend:** The popularity of retro 90s-themed sneakers opens opportunities for innovative designs that combine old and new elements. - **Brand Archives Trend:** More brands may create new shoe designs by combining specific features from their archives, giving consumers a sense of nostalgia while staying current. - **Design Element Borrowing Trend:** Borrowing design elements from past sneaker models and incorporating them into new designs may become a popular trend in the industry. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear Industry:** The footwear industry has the opportunity to leverage consumers' desire for nostalgic designs by creating innovative sneakers that combine both old and modern styles. - **Fashion Industry:** Fashion designers can take advantage of the popularity of retro 90s-themed sneakers and create clothing lines that complement these styles. - **Retail Industry:** Retailers can leverage the trend of combining design elements from past models and incorporate them into new releases to maintain consumer interest and boost sales. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Classic Technical Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-waffle.md) - [Stealthy Blue Layered Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyper-royal-colorway-2.md) - [Retro Sneaker Colorway Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-tl-25-1.md) - [Vibrant Technical Running Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-air-max-waffle.md) - [Italy-Inspired Textural Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-1.md) - [Retro Blue Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/signal-blue.md) - [Hybrid Retooled Lifestyle Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-waffle-racer.md) - [Bold Tonal Golf Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-golf.md) - [Sunset-Centric Sneaker Colorways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunset-colorway.md)