# Padded Mesh Neutral Sneakers ASICS Unveils a New GEL-Nimbus 9 Shoe in a Clay Grey Colorway By Amy Duong | Published 2022-11-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clay-grey References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/11/asics-gel-nimbus-9-obsidian-grey-clay-grey) & [tres-bien](https://tres-bien.com/asics-gel-nimbus-9-obsidian-grey-clay-grey-1201a584-020-23d1) [ASICS](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gel-nimbus-10) introduces a new [tonal iteration](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nimbus-cloud-colorway-1) of the GEL-NNimbus 9 sneaker model for the season in a Clay Grey colorway palette. It is also detailed with Obsidian Grey as the contrast tone. It boasts an upper that is made from mesh throughout the upper to provide some breathability and then detailed with hairy suede at the paneling details. Additional details include the rounded laces that are complete with a padded mesh tongue and a custom ASICS logo patch that is seen on the heel and the padded collar. It is a retro look that is comfortable for everyday wearing and sits on top of a rubber midsole unit. It is also complete with a [GEL insert at the heel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelnimbus-101-11) and forefoot. Image Credit: Très Bien, [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/11/asics-gel-nimbus-9-obsidian-grey-clay-grey), [tres-bien](https://tres-bien.com/asics-gel-nimbus-9-obsidian-grey-clay-grey-1201a584-020-23d1) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 13% - 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 - **Mesh Sneakers:** Opportunity to explore sustainable materials for breathable upper while maintaining comfort and style. - **Neutral Tonal Sneakers:** Explore the market demand for more minimalistic and simple colorways and designs. - **Padded Tongue Sneakers:** Collaborate with other industries to create innovative and functional padding materials for shoe tongues. ### Who This Affects Most - **Athletic Footwear:** Continuously innovate in producing comfortable and functional sneakers for athletes and everyday use. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Opportunity to explore eco-friendly materials for the creation of sustainable footwear. - **Material Science:** Explore the use of innovative materials and design for padding and breathability in footwear. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Metallic Tinged Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gel-nimbus-10.md) - [Neutral Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelnyc-5.md) - [Performance Running Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asics-gelcumulus16.md) - [Cloud-Like Engineered Upper Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asics-gelnimbus-28.md) - [Trail-Inspired Neutral Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelnunobiki.md) - [Monochormatic Grey Lifestyle Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelnyc-4.md) - [Exclusive Grey Breathable Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelnyc-sneaker-1.md) - [Pink-Tinged Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pink-glo-colorway.md) - [Minimal Monochromatic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nimbus-cloud-colorway.md)