# Icy Dynamic Sneakers WIND AND SEA Reworks the ASICS' GEL-NIMBUS 9 Sneaker By Kanesa D | Published 2022-10-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gel-nimbus-9 References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/10/asics-wind-and-sea-gel-nimbus-9-1201a801-100-release-info) & [asics.hk](https://asics.hk/products/asics-wind-and-sea-gel-nimbus-9-1201a801-100) [ASICS’](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelnunobiki) popular GEL-NIMBUS 9 has been reworked by Takahashi Kumagai’s streetwear label [WIND AND SEA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wind-and-sea-x-dickies). After debuting a special “galaxy matter” collaboration with Kiko Kostadinov on the runway, ASICS’ tones it down with WIND AND SEA’s traditional, retro-inspired influences. The release comprises two seasonal colorways in ‘Cream/Pure Silver’ and ‘White/Pure Silver,’ boasting ASICS’ signature GEl midsoles that are connected using a torsion arch. These sneakers opt for mesh uppers and reinforce them using patented leather. Additional details include [GEL-NIMBUS 9](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cecilie-bahnsen-1) banners on the tongue tabs and ‘SEA’ branding on the heel. The ASICS GEL-NIMBUS 9 in ‘Cream/Pure Silver’ and ‘White/Pure Silver’ are available in Asia at ASICS and are slated for North American and European release on October 22. Image Credit: ASICS ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 13% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Retrospective-inspired Sneakers:** Designing sneakers using traditional, retro-inspired influences is an opportunity for disruptive innovation - **Mesh Uppers with Patented Leather Reinforcement:** Developing and using patented leather for reinforcing mesh uppers in sneakers can be a disruptive innovation for the footwear industry - **Seasonal Colorways:** Introducing seasonal colorways in sneaker releases can offer a disruptive innovation opportunity for increasing customer engagement ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear:** WIND AND SEA's reworking of ASICS' popular GEL-NIMBUS 9 showcases an innovation opportunity in the footwear industry - **Fashion:** Creating sneakers incorporating traditional, retro-inspired influences offers innovation opportunities within the fashion industry - **Sports:** Incorporating patented leather reinforcement in mesh uppers of sneakers can offer innovation opportunities for performance enhancement within the sports industry ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Metallic Tinged Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gel-nimbus-10.md) - [Dynamic Stealthy Sneaker Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelnimbus-101-11.md) - [Trail-Inspired Neutral Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelnunobiki.md) - [Cloud-Like Engineered Upper Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asics-gelnimbus-28.md) - [Neutral Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelnyc-5.md) - [Dynamic Tonal Sleek Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-neptune.md) - [Weatherized Sleek Collaborative Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelterrain.md) - [Tech-Infused Dynamic Sneaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelkayano-20-1.md) - [Cool-Toned Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mistcream.md)