# Dark Toe-Cap Basketball Sneakers Nike's LeBron 19 Low Sneaker Gets a Black Toe Design Update By Amy Duong | Published 2022-04-22 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-toe References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/4/nike-lebron-19-low-black-toe-official-images-dh1270-100-release-info) & [nike](http://nike.com/) [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-toe-version) unveils a new colorway to the LeBron 19 Low sneaker model for the summer season coming up. The signature shoe is made from a blend of mesh and leather materials all over the upper and it is designed in a crisp white hue as the base foundation of the shoe. There is a notable toe box in a subtle black glittery finish for a touch of contrast. The sneaker also boasts medium blue and the brand's siren red throughout for more [tonal contrast](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ja-2-2). It rests on top of a white React Foam by the midsole foundation in place of the usual [Air Max](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-moto-2k) cushioning. It is then rounded out with clear blue detail on top of the rubber outsole. Image Credit: Nike ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 37% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Dark Toe-cap Sneakers:** Opportunity for sportswear brands to experiment with new colorways and innovative materials to create unique and stylish sneakers. - **Multi-tonal Contrasts:** Design trend for incorporating a mix of bright and dark colors on sneakers to create a bold and eye-catching look. - **React Foam Midsole:** Emerging trend of using React Foam as a lightweight and durable alternative to traditional cushioning materials for sneakers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Sportswear:** Innovative features like dark toe-caps and multi-tonal contrasts can differentiate sportswear brands in a crowded market. - **Fashion:** Sneakers with unique and bold designs can be marketed as fashion items to appeal to trend-conscious consumers. - **Materials:** Opportunity for material innovation to create sneakers that are durable and long-lasting while also incorporating unique aesthetic features. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimal Contrasting Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-toe-version.md) - [Pink Tonal Basketball Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i-promise-colorway.md) - [Light-Tonal Low Basketball Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-jordan-1-low-3.md) - [Candy-Themed Tonal Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lebron-xxii.md) - [Textural Stealthy Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-cat-colorway.md) - [Triple Black Leather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunk-low-sneaker-6.md) - [Iridescent Summer-Ready Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shox-tl-2.md) - [Dual-Tonal Plush Functional Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/more-uptempo-low.md) - [Contrast Tonal Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ja-2-2.md)