# Beige Tonal Neutral Sneakers New Balance's 2002R Gets a Bone with Light Aluminum Design By Amy Duong | Published 2022-06-12 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bone-with-light-aluminum References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/p/new-balance-2002r-bone-light-aluminum-release-date-price/) & [newbalance](https://www.newbalance.co.uk/pd/2002r/ML2002RV1-35301.html#dwvar_ML2002RV1-35301_style=ML2002RE&dwvar_ML2002RV1-35301_width=D&pid=ML2002RV1-35301&quantity=1) New Balances introduces a new tonal option of the iconic [2002R](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olive-and-black) sneaker model with the new Bone with light aluminum colorway palette. THe Boston=based footwear label retains the original silhouette or the shape and updates the palette all over the upper with a light beige hue, also recognized as 'Bone.' The exterior boasts an entirely [monochromatic design language](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nimbus-cloud-colorway) for a versatile feel, suitable for any purpose. There is a touch of contrasting hues that can be seen by the lining and heel in a grey and silver palette. The light aluminum also adds a touch of shine to the beige background, creating a balanced neutral look for the season. It is notably made from a [blend of suede and mesh](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-suede). Image Credit: New Balance ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 43% | 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 - **Tonal Sneakers:** Innovative designs for sneakers with tonal colors provide businesses with the opportunity to experiment with different color palettes. - **Monochromatic Design Language:** A monochromatic design language for sneakers paves the way for businesses to focus more on subtlety and versatility of colors and patterns. - **Suede and Mesh Blend:** Suede and mesh blends for sneaker materials are a viable alternative for businesses to explore in creating new products with different textures. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear:** Footwear companies can create new products that experiment with tonal colors and monochromatic design language. - **Fashion:** Fashion companies can take advantage of the trend of tonal colorways and create clothing that experiment with this color palette. - **Textile:** The use of suede and mesh blends in creating new products provides opportunities for textile companies to create unique and innovative materials for various industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Neutral Tonal Summer Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906l-3.md) - [Earthy Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olive-and-black.md) - [Neutral Technical Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linen-colorway-1.md) - [Neutral Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m991wtr.md) - [Blue Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sky-blue-colorway-1.md) - [Minimal Monochromatic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nimbus-cloud-colorway.md) - [Neutral Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/204l-sneaker.md) - [Bright Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-suede.md) - [Muted Neutral Earthy Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grey-days-colorway.md)