# Multi-Color Collaborative Sneakers Bodega X New Balance Reunite for the 'Age of Discovery' 90/60 By Kanesa D | Published 2022-11-23 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bodega-2 References: [hypebae](https://hypebae.com/2022/11/bodega-new-balance-9060-age-of-discovery-collaboration-release-date-price) & [bdgastore](https://bdgastore.com/blogs/upcoming-releases/12-10-22-bodega-x-new-balance-9060-u9060bd1) Bodega and New Balance are uniting to produce an ‘Age of Discovery’ 90/60 sneaker that incorporates design elements from the 990 sneaker line. The sneakers come with mesh textures for the uppers, suede overlays, and blue, brown, and gray accents. The tongue is made of a [shaggy suede material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/action-bronson-x-new-balance-992) that contrasts the design, and the laces are colored a light brown shade. The look is complete with a white and khaki green midsole with [ABZORB technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abzorb-2000), and the New Balance marking on the medial can be seen in a dark purple color. The "N" logo on the lateral side is gray. The [Bodega x New Balance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bodega-x-puma) 90/60 ‘Age of Discovery’ launches in sizes 4 to 15 online at Bodega's website. The pairs are expected to drop on Dec 10, 2022. Image Credit: Bodega, [hypebae](https://hypebae.com/2022/11/bodega-new-balance-9060-age-of-discovery-collaboration-release-date-price), [bdgastore](https://bdgastore.com/blogs/upcoming-releases/12-10-22-bodega-x-new-balance-9060-u9060bd1) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 13% - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Collaborative Sneakers:** Opportunity for businesses to partner and create unique sneaker designs that incorporate elements from popular sneaker lines, as seen with Bodega x New Balance's 'Age of Discovery' 90/60. - **Mesh Uppers:** Opportunity for companies to innovate by incorporating breathable mesh textures for the uppers of their sneakers, as seen with the 'Age of Discovery' 90/60 collaboration between Bodega and New Balance. - **ABZORB Technology:** Opportunity for companies to utilize ABZORB technology for midsoles, offering consumers superior cushioning and support, as seen in the 'Age of Discovery' 90/60 sneaker collaboration between Bodega and New Balance. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Businesses in the fashion industry can collaborate with sneaker companies to expand their product lines and create unique styles. - **Sporting Goods:** Sports equipment companies can incorporate mesh and ABZORB technology into their sneakers to improve athletic performance and increase customer satisfaction. - **Online Retail:** Opportunity for online retailers to offer exclusive sneaker collaborations to customers, such as Bodega's website offering of the 'Age of Discovery' 90/60 sneaker from their collaboration with New Balance. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [VIbrant Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colors-be-the-palette.md) - [Vibrant Runner Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fogbethecloud.md) - [Collaborative 90s-Era Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-x-mita-sneakers-mt580.md) - [Vibrant Sneaker Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906r-collection.md) - [Neutral Tonal Lifestyle Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/9060-sneaker-colorway.md) - [Collaborative Dynamic Retro Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aged-well.md) - [Dynamic Vibrant Sneaker Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prosperity-be-the-prize.md) - [Multi-Color Lifestyle Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-astral-purple.md) - [Collaborative Technical Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906-shoe.md)