# Exclusive Retro Suede Sneakers New Balance's COMP100 Comes in a Limited Sedona Sage Colorway By Amy Duong | Published 2020-11-30 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comp100 References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2020/11/urban-research-doors-new-balance-comp100-sneaker-sedona-sage-mlc100nd-dm14) [New Balance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-suede-colorway) introduces a new iteration of the COMP100 sneaker model that is set to be exclusively available at [URBAN RESEARCH](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dickies-x-semoh). The retro design is versatile and suitable for many different purposes, the latest comes in a colorway entitled 'Sedona Sage.' The shoe made its original debut in the 70s and has since made a statement for itself in the realm of running and fashion. The shoes boasts a [minimal design language](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nimbus-cloud-colorway) and this iteration sees a construction of grey and green throughout the upper. The toe box is covered in a breathable mesh material that is met with suede paneling from the heels, mid-foot, and the toe. Branding details can be found on the side at the "N" logo with "COMP100" at the heel. Image Credit: Urban Research ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Retro Sneaker Revival:** Opportunity for innovative brands to reintroduce and modernize classic sneaker designs. - **Exclusive Collaborations:** Potential for partnerships between sneaker brands and retailers to create limited-edition releases. - **Sustainable Sneaker Materials:** Growing demand for eco-friendly and ethically sourced materials for sneaker production. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunities lie in creating sustainable and limited-edition sneakers. - **Fashion Retail:** Opportunity to collaborate with sneaker brands for exclusive releases and drive customer engagement. - **Athletic Apparel:** Potential for incorporating retro sneaker designs into modern athletic footwear collections. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Green Textural Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-suede-colorway.md) - [Retro Vibrant Detailed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-1000-2.md) - [Bright Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-suede.md) - [Retro Tech Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-indigo.md) - [Earthy Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-in-usa-2.md) - [Minimal Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/509-sneaker.md) - [Exclusive Neon Lifestyle Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906r-sneaker-3.md) - [Reinvented Retro Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-1000-3.md) - [Vibrant Runner Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fogbethecloud.md)