# Motion-Centric Dynamic Sneakers Saucony Introduces the Matrix in the Fade Pack of Shoes By Amy Duong | Published 2025-07-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fade-pack References: [saucony](http://saucony.com/)  Saucony continues to spotlight retro designs as it revives the Matric model from the early 2000s in the Fade Pack. Made up of two colorways, the model is a reimagined version of the retro running shoe. The silhouette made its original debut back in 1999 and has since continued to deliver performance and lifestyle designs. The pack highlights [gradient tones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-6) as it is inspired by [sky transitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dusk-colorway). Purple Fade and Blue Fade make up the collection -- one of these brings attention to the [dusky colors of twilight](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-dn-1). The other captures the calm beauty that is in the cloudy sky during the day. Each one has a soft and tonal finish along the quarter panels for a sleek effect. Image Credit: Saucony ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 44% - 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) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Retro-revival Footwear:** Nostalgic designs from the late 20th century are making a comeback as consumers seek familiarity and personal nostalgia in fashion. - **Gradient Color Palettes:** The use of gradient color schemes is increasingly popular in fashion, offering visually striking aesthetics that mimic natural transitions. - **Hybrid Lifestyle-performance Shoes:** Footwear that blurs the line between style and functionality is becoming essential for consumers who demand versatility in their wardrobe. - **Sustainable Sneaker Production:** Advancements in eco-friendly materials and manufacturing processes are transforming the sneaker industry towards greener practices. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion and Apparel:** The fashion industry is experiencing a surge in demand for retro-inspired and visually innovative designs that resonate emotionally with consumers. - **Athletic Footwear:** Athletic footwear companies are innovating to meet consumer demands for dynamic design while maintaining top-tier performance. - **Textile Manufacturing:** The textile sector is experiencing a shift towards more creative and environmentally conscious production techniques to accommodate modern footwear aesthetics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [2000s-Inspired Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/progrid-omni-9.md) - [Sleek Laceless Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/megaride-s2.md) - [Wear-Evolving Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geo-1.md) - [Juxtaposing Dynamic Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adistar-cushion.md) - [Sky-Inspired Gradient Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dusk-colorway.md) - [Neon-Tinged Dynamic Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906a-neon-pack.md) - [Sunset-Centric Sneaker Colorways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunset-colorway.md) - [Reptilian-Inspired Bold Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glowaconstrictor.md) - [Trail-Inspired Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/progrid-omni-9-1.md)