# Vintage Casual Lifestyle Sneakers The GEL-KAYANO 5 360 Sneaker Arrives in New Bold Tonal Options By Amy Duong | Published 2019-09-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelkayano-5-360-sneaker References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/asics-gel-kayano-5-x-360-cream-piedmont-grey/) & [asics](https://www.asics.com/gb/en-gb/gel-kayano%E2%84%A2-5-360/p/1021A157-100.html?width=Standard) ASICS introduced the latest iteration of the GEL-KAYANO 5 360 sneaker for the season in new tonal updates in bold and captivating blends. The Japanese footwear label takes the silhouette from its archives, specifically the vintage-inspired model GEL-KAYANO 5 from the previous year. It then takes the technical components from the GEL-QUANTUM 360 sneaker model as the progressive sole for comfortable cushioning. The blend of these elements make the GEL-KAYANO 5 360 sneaker a hybrid design that prepares for the streets and lifestyle wear. The colorway draws attention with bright hues of orange, red, and blue sitting on top of a base of cream and piedmont gray as a earthy foundational palette. The midsoles also boast some speckling detailing for a touch of contrast. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - 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's Driving This Trend - **Vintage-inspired Sneaker Revival:** Expanding upon vintage-inspired sneaker designs with modern technology and bold colorways can attract a younger demographic. - **Hybrid Sneaker Design:** Incorporating various technical elements into a classic design creates a unique and versatile product for lifestyle and streetwear. - **Attention-grabbing Colorways:** Captivating and bright color choices can distinguish products and drive consumer interest. ### Who This Affects Most - **Footwear:** Incorporating vintage design elements and modern technology can rejuvenate the footwear market. - **Fashion:** Bold color choices and unique designs create opportunities for fashion brands to stand out and appeal to consumers. - **Retail:** Offering a variety of unique and technologically advanced sneaker designs can attract a younger demographic and generate higher sales in the footwear market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Metallic Color-Blocked Tech Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gel-kayano-14-sneaker.md) - [Metallic-Accented Lifestyle Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelkayano-14-6.md) - [Cool-Toned Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mistcream.md) - [Dynamic Tonal Sleek Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-neptune.md) - [Stylish Technical Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/small-wins-add-up.md) - [Futuristic Heritage Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelnyc-2055.md) - [Pink-Tinged Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pink-glo-colorway.md) - [Earthy Tonal Sneaker Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earthenware.md) - [Highly Technical Sleek Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelkayano-20-2.md)