# Stealthy Colorblocked Basketball Shoes Nike Presents the Air Jordan 12 in a Flu Game Colorway By Amy Duong | Published 2025-02-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flu-game-colorway References: [nike](http://nike.ca)  [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fire-red-colorway) introduces a look at the latest tonal iteration of the [Air Jordan 12](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phantom-colorway-1) sneaker model with the launch of the Flu Game colorway palette. The hue is comprised of black and varsity red, which are applied to the silhouette in a color-blocking manner. It is set to drop officially on March 1st and it boasts a stealthy black hue at the top half of the upper and red at the lower half. This is a nod to a look that first debuted back in 1997. The palette's relaunch brings a [retro feeling](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reverse-metallic) as the black details are done in leather for a premium look and feel with the mudguard and sole unit in the bold hue. Image Credit: Nike ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 36% - 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Retro Sneaker Revivals:** Brands are increasingly harnessing nostalgia by reintroducing classic sneaker designs with modern elements, creating a blend of old and new that captivates both collectors and new consumers. - **Color-blocked Footwear Designs:** Innovative use of contrasting hues in footwear design is gaining traction, offering consumers bold and visually striking options that stand out in an oversaturated market. - **Premium Material Enhancements:** Footwear companies are elevating standard designs by integrating high-quality materials like leather, enhancing the perceived value and appeal of their products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Sneaker Manufacturing:** The industry is transforming through the re-launch of iconic designs, meeting the rising demand for nostalgia-infused products that also cater to modern style preferences. - **Sportswear Fashion:** This sector benefits from the fusion of retro aesthetics with contemporary streetwear trends, drawing in diverse customer bases eager for stylish yet comfortable options. - **Luxury Athletic Apparel:** Manufacturers are blurring the lines between luxury and performance, opting for premium materials that appeal to consumers seeking both style and functionality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stark Red-Tonal Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fire-red-colorway.md) - [Red-Accented Basketball Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/true-red-colorway.md) - [Stealthy Tonal Basketball Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamma-blue.md) - [Crimson Tonal Retro Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-dune-red.md) - [Minimal Contrasting Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-toe-version.md) - [Greyscale Leather Speckled Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fear-colorway-1.md) - [Luxe Creamy Retro Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phantom-colorway-1.md) - [Monochromatic Speckled Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-cement-colorway.md) - [Taupe-Tinged Basketball Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irregular-shadow-colorway.md)