# Mesh Panelled Collaborative Sneakers KITH is the Latest to Update the ASICS GT-2160 Sneaker Model By Amy Duong | Published 2023-07-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gt2160-3 References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/kith-asics-gt-2160/) [ASICS'](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gt2160-sneaker-3) [GT-2160](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/above-the-clouds) sneaker model has been gaining a lot of traction lately and the latest to create its own iteration is none other than New York City-based retailer [KITH](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kith-x-asics). There are exclusive colorway options that will be launched in KITH's store locations in America and Japan. It kicks off with a Cream and Scarab and is followed by Cream and Solar Power. One is detailed with yellow accents and the other follows the same suit with black accents as the contrasting detail. The base is made from a clean white mesh material to add breathability and paneled with shiny synthetic materials, all resting on a segmented GEL midsole. ASICS' logo is seen on the tongue with GT-2160 branding detailing the heel sections. Image Credit: @sandyinthemood ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 16% - 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 - **Collaborative Sneakers:** Opportunity for brands to collaborate with sneaker retailers to create customized versions of popular sneaker models. - **Exclusive Colorway Options:** Growing demand for limited edition sneaker releases with unique color options, creating opportunities for retailers to drive hype and increase sales. - **Mesh Panel Design:** Increasing popularity of sneakers with mesh panel designs, providing breathability and comfort, opening doors for brands to innovate in material selection and technology. ### Who This Affects Most - **Retail:** Opportunity for retailers to collaborate with sneaker brands, creating exclusive versions to attract customers and increase sales. - **Fashion:** Growing demand for unique and limited edition sneakers with exclusive color options, presenting opportunities for fashion brands to incorporate them into their collections. - **Sports:** Increasing popularity of sneakers with mesh panel designs in sports footwear, prompting manufacturers to develop innovative materials and technologies to enhance performance. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Breathable Mesh Joint Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gt2160-sneaker-3.md) - [Heritage-Honoring Technical Sneaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earls-collection.md) - [Retro Sneaker-Inspired Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gt2160-sandal.md) - [Nature-Inspired Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ub10s-gelkayano-20.md) - [Collaborative Minimal Blue Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gt2160-sneaker-4.md) - [Metallic Joint-Crafted Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelkayano-12.md) - [Polka-Dotted Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gt2160-sneaker-2.md) - [Collaborative Layered Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelquantum-360-viii-1.md) - [Highly Technical Sleek Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelkayano-20-2.md)