# Simple Two-Toned Suede Sneakers The 'Gray Cream' ASICS GEL-Lytes are Perfect for the Spring By Riley von Niessen | Published 2017-12-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gray-cream References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2017/12/asics-gel-lyte-v-light-grey-cream-pack) & [asics](http://www.asics.com/us/en-us/) To help consumers get ready for the upcoming change in seasons, [ASICS](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gel-lyte-iii-og-1) launched a fresh colorway of its popular [GEL-Lyte silhouette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelnunobiki), which it's dubbed the 'Gray Cream.' The sneakers are constructed from a high quality suede, and combine hues of light blue, gray, white, and beige. Each hue marks a different component of the sneakers in a uniform fashion, while white embroidery is included on the tongues and on the sides of the uppers to mark the name of the silhouette, as well as ASCIS' branding. With a chunky design that's furthered by the thick and supportive soles that finish off the silhouette, the Gray Cream GEL-Lytes have a [retro aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelsekiran) that's easy to style and wear, given how comfortable they are. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Suede Sneakers:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop sustainable materials and manufacturing processes for suede sneakers. - **Two-toned Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore customizable and interchangeable design elements for two-toned sneakers. - **Retro Aesthetics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine retro aesthetics with advanced comfort and performance technologies for sneakers. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate sustainable and eco-friendly materials in footwear manufacturing. - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative design approaches for customizable and interchangeable fashion items. - **Textile:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Advance textile technologies to create retro-inspired yet comfortable and performance-driven fabrics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cool-Toned Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mistcream.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) - [Performance Running Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asics-gelcumulus16.md) - [Trail-Inspired Neutral Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelnunobiki.md) - [Earthy Tonal Sneaker Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earthenware.md) - [Stealthy Sporty LIfestyle Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gravel-black.md) - [Minimal Earth Toned Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelk1011.md) - [Neon-Tinged Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelsekiran-1.md)