# Cool Tonal Monochromatic Sneakers Nike's Air Pegasus 83 Gets a New Black and Cool Grey Palette By Amy Duong | Published 2022-06-12 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-pegasus-83-1 References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/6/nikes-air-pegasus-83-black-and-cool-grey-release-date) & [nike](https://www.nike.com/launch) [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pegasus-premium-1) introduces a new [monochromatic palette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-and-grey-colorway) to join the roster of the Air Pegasus 83 sneaker model for the season. The shoe made its original debut over 40 years ago and has since become the brand's best-selling running sneaker. The shoe was originally made as a shoe for every type of runner.” The classic sneaker is made in a sleek colorway that blends together Black and Cool Grey. It takes on the original rubber waffle outsole unit foundation and rests right under the soft foam midsole that has a comfy Air unit as well. It also has a [retro design language](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-95-big-bubble) that can be seen in the heel tab detail as the upper is made up of suede, leather, and canvas. Image Credit: Nike ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 44% | 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 - **Monochromatic Sneaker Trend:** The popularity of monochromatic sneakers presents an opportunity for brands to explore different colorways and textures. - **Retro Sneaker Trend:** The popularity of retro sneaker designs presents an opportunity for brands to bring back classic designs with modern updates. - **Comfort-focused Footwear Trend:** The trend towards comfortable and supportive footwear presents an opportunity for brands to develop innovative new technologies and materials for sneakers. ### Where This Applies - **Athletic Footwear Industry:** Innovations in color, design, and comfort technology can help athletic footwear brands stay competitive and meet changing consumer preferences. - **Fashion Industry:** The trend towards monochromatic and retro styles presents an opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate these elements into their designs. - **Technology Industry:** Technology companies can explore new materials and construction techniques that make sneakers more comfortable and better performing for athletes and everyday wearers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Black Metallic Summer Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pegasus-premium-1.md) - [Stealthy Minimal Sneaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pegasus-wave-1.md) - [Dynamic Layered Bright Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-pegasus-wave.md) - [Creamy Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pegasus-wave.md) - [Metallic-Tinged Premium Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pegasus-premium-sneaker.md) - [Pink Tonal Performance Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atmosphere-colorway.md) - [Dynamic Retro Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-pegasus-2005.md) - [Icy-Inspired Textural Golf Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-pegasus-89-g.md) - [Classic Technical Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-waffle.md)