# Good Fortune-Representing Sneakers New Balance Dropped the MS247 VS Bouncing Frog mita Sneakers By Amy Duong | Published 2018-10-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bouncing-frog References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/10/mita-new-balance-247v2-bouncing-frog-release-date) & [mita-sneakers.co.jp](http://www.mita-sneakers.co.jp/) Japanese retail label mita works in collaboration with [New Balance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/991-sneaker-3) to give the iconic 247v2 sneaker model a new tonal makeover by the name of 'Bouncing Frog.' The new colorway is representative of [good fortune in the Japanese culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-dunk-low-2) and the design cues are found all throughout the silhouette. The uppers are constructed from a [green suede material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-suede) blended with black tonal leather as well and nylon at the ankle area. There is a suede textile beneath the signature 'N' branding touch that receives an extra mossy touch. This all sits atop of a white midsole with contrasting details of patent leather, striped pull tabs, and unique exclusive insoles. Additionally, there is also the option to add bright yellow leather velcro tabs or laces. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - 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) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **New Tonal Makeover:** Opportunity to collaborate with fashion labels to give iconic products a fresh and unique design. - **Representative Design Cues:** Creating culturally significant designs that resonate with a specific target audience. - **Customizable Options:** Offering customers the ability to personalize products with different accessories or custom features. ### Who This Affects Most - **Footwear:** Incorporating cultural symbolism and unique design elements into footwear collections. - **Fashion Retail:** Partnering with fashion labels to create limited edition products that appeal to a niche market. - **Customization Services:** Providing customers with options to customize their purchases for a personalized and interactive shopping experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Festive New Year-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/991-sneaker-3.md) - [Collaborative 90s-Era Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-x-mita-sneakers-mt580.md) - [Dynamic Vibrant Sneaker Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prosperity-be-the-prize.md) - [Minimalist New Year Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-year-of-the-snake-cloudtilt.md) - [Green Textural Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-suede-colorway.md) - [Celebratory New Year Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-610.md) - [Rich Green Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-993-1.md) - [Bright Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-suede.md) - [Collaborative Mixed-Material Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joe-freshgoods-11.md)