# Silver-Accented High-Cut Shoes Nike Previews the Air Jordan 6 'Black/Metallic Silver' for Autumn By Kanesa D | Published 2022-09-08 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-metallic-silver References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/9/air-jordan-6-black-metallic-dx2836-001-release-date) & [nike](http://nike.com) Jordan Brand’s Air Jordan 6 silhouette has received multiple new colorways for the 2022 season. The high-cut basketball shoe recently debuted in ‘Red Oreo’ and ‘Georgetown,’ and is now returning in a muted colorway dubbed ‘Black/Metallic Silver.’ The sneaker boasts silver accents on the tongue, heel, and midsole, while the uppers are dressed in a [black nubuck material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-toe-version) for contrast. The new sneakers rest on a translucent outsole and come in special packaging that celebrates the classic 'Defining Moments Pack (DMP)' colorway. The Air Jordan 6 ‘Black/Metallic Silver’ will launch at [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irregular-shadow) stores and on the brand’s website starting Oct 15, 2022. The sneakers are priced at $200 USD, but this information is subject to change. Image Credit: Zsneakerheadz, Upcycle Sneaks ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **High-cut Sneakers:** Opportunity for shoe companies to experiment with unique colorways and materials for high-cut sneakers, like the black nubuck and silver accents in the Air Jordan 6 'Black/Metallic Silver'. - **Translucent Outsoles:** Opportunity for footwear brands to incorporate translucent outsoles into their designs for a futuristic aesthetic and added traction. - **Special Packaging:** Opportunity for companies to create special packaging for limited edition sneaker releases, like the 'Defining Moments Pack (DMP)'-inspired box that comes with the Air Jordan 6 'Black/Metallic Silver'. ### Who This Affects Most - **Athletic Footwear:** Athletic footwear companies can capitalize on the trend of unique colorways and materials for high-cut sneakers, like the Air Jordan 6 'Black/Metallic Silver', to stand out in a crowded market. - **Streetwear Fashion:** Streetwear fashion retailers can anticipate a customer demand for translucent outsoles in footwear, and can experiment with offering them in their inventory. - **Limited Edition Sneaker Releases:** Limited edition sneaker release companies can differentiate themselves by offering special packaging and unique box designs for their products, like the 'Defining Moments Pack (DMP)'-inspired box that comes with the Air Jordan 6 'Black/Metallic Silver'. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Metallic Silver-Tinged Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1-low-method-of-make-v3.md) - [Monochromatic Smokey Hi-Cut Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irregular-shadow.md) - [Speckled Minimal Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reverse-oreo.md) - [Minimal Sleek Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pure-money.md) - [Global Games-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-jordan-6-retro.md) - [Monochromatic Hybrid Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-jordan-23-1.md) - [Taupe-Tinged Basketball Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irregular-shadow-colorway.md) - [Monochromatic Relaunched Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reverse-metallic.md) - [Minimal Metallic-Detailed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metallic-navy.md)