# Geometric Comfortable Running Shoes ASICS Debuted a New Blue-Focused Colorway for Its GEL-1130 By Colin Smith | Published 2022-02-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gel-1130 References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/2/asics-gel-1130-mtrp-strk-release-information-atmos-toyko) & [asics](https://www.asics.com/ca/en-ca/men-s-gel-1130-1201a256-105) [ASICS](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gel1130-sneaker) has released a new colorway for one of its most popular silhouettes, the '[GEL-1130](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pink-glo-colorway).' This shoe features an eccentric, geometric design with a signature striped pattern on the upper and a mix of geometric, asymmetrical shapes around the heel. The new GEL-1130 takes inspiration from both [comfortable running shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asics-gelcumulus16) and other entries in the 'GEL-1100' series, making this shoe both cozy and stylish. The shoe features a blue-gray mesh across the entire body with accents placed on top of this mesh. The signature wavy grid-like pattern appears on the upper in a light blue, while the eyestay, toe, and heel are colored in a darker blue. The midsole is a bright white with a clear rubber rear. Finally, the front of the toe vamp and the top of the heel feature a unique design that incorporates green-blue shapes on one side, yet not on the other side. Image Credit: ASICS ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 11% - 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) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Geometric Running Shoes:** There is an opportunity for innovative designs that fuse geometric elements for comfortable running shoes. - **Colorful Athletic Footwear:** Incorporating bold colors and unique patterns onto athletic footwear can create a disruptive visual aesthetic. - **Comfortable Shoe Design:** Shoe designers can focus on comfort as a primary element while still creating stylish and trend-forward options for consumers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Athletic Footwear Industry:** Innovation in the athletic footwear industry can come from incorporating fresh designs and colorways on popular silhouettes. - **Fashion Industry:** Fashion designers and brands can use comfortable shoe design as an opportunity to create unique and stylish options for consumers. - **Sportswear Industry:** Sportswear companies can look into collaborations and partnerships to create exclusive and innovative footwear collections. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pink-Tinged Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pink-glo-colorway.md) - [Organic Suede Technical Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gel1130-sneaker.md) - [Dynamic Tonal Sleek Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-neptune.md) - [Neutral Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelnyc-5.md) - [Monochormatic Grey Lifestyle Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelnyc-4.md) - [Retro Aesthetic Lifestyle Trainers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelsekiran.md) - [Neon-Tinged Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelsekiran-1.md) - [Metallic Tinged Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gel-nimbus-10.md) - [Collaborative Minimal Blue Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gt2160-sneaker-4.md)