# Revitalized Metallic Sneakers The BAPE Roadsta Received a New Colorway with Silver Accents By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-08-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-roadsta References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2016/8/bape-roadsta-2016-fall-new-colorway) & [bape](https://bape.com/?J) The BAPE Roadsta is known amongst fans of the [Japanese streetwear brand](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dover-street-market-ginza-capsule) for its retro structure and the shooting star design that appears on the sides of the uppers. Supporting the sneakers are a thick sole that's complemented by a translucent bar through the back of the heel. Following the release of a white and gold version, as well as a black, red, white and green one, the BAPE Roadsta is set to receive a new colorway in time for the fall season. Like other models, the revitalized BAPE Roadsta has the shooting star on the side, which appears in a muted gray tone. The majority of the rest is made up of a [deep forest green](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-camo-colorway) and [shiny silver accents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelkayano-14-6), which appear on the toe and heel, as well as near the laces. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro Sneaker Designs:** There is an opportunity to develop and market sneakers with retro structures and nostalgic design elements. - **Revamped Colorways:** Brands can explore new color combinations and accents to breathe new life into existing sneaker models. - **Translucent Elements:** Incorporating translucent bars or details into footwear designs can create unique and eye-catching aesthetics. ### Where This Applies - **Streetwear Fashion:** Fashion brands can tap into the demand for streetwear by incorporating retro sneaker designs into their collections. - **Shoe Manufacturing:** Shoe manufacturers can capitalize on the popularity of revamped colorways by offering customization options for customers to create their own unique designs. - **Materials and Technology:** The development of innovative translucent materials and manufacturing techniques presents an opportunity for materials and technology companies to supply the demand for translucent elements in footwear. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fashion-Forward Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sk8-sta.md) - [Refined Minimalist Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-sta.md) - [Camo-Patterned Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-and-adidas.md) - [Chunky Collaborative Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lwst-sneaker.md) - [Camo-Print Colorful Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-and-vans.md) - [Brazil-Inspired Striking Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orketro-brazil.md) - [Iridescent Fall-Ready Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olive-flak.md) - [Heritage Streetwear Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-era.md) - [Wavy Structured Bold Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wrpd-runner.md)