# Minimalist Yellowed Sneakers Joe Freshgoods x New Balance Share 'Conversations Amongst Us' By Kanesa D | Published 2022-08-04 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joe-freshgoods-2 References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/8/joe-freshgoods-new-balance-574-conversations-amongst-us-release-date-info) & [newbalance](https://www.newbalance.com/) Joe Freshgoods has launched a new footwear offering with [New Balance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joe-freshgoods-11) dubbed ‘Conversations Amongst Us’ after the successful launches of the ‘[2002R](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2002r-sneaker-5),’ ‘[550](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/550-silhouette),’ and ‘KAWHII II’ silhouettes. The upcoming release spotlights the New Balance ‘574’ silhouette, wrapping its uppers in a white leather and mesh combination. New Balance’s ‘N’ emblem can be spotted on the laterals, while text that reads “Conversations” and “Amongst Us” rests on the heel tabs of the shoe. The sneaker also boasts New Balance tongue tags, unique graphics, and a stacked ENCAP midsole on top of a black rubber outsole. The ‘Conversations Amongst Us’ sneakers are perfect for consumers who don’t mind getting their sneakers slightly dirty, as the minimalist design looks better with wear. Image Credit: New Balance, Atmos Japan ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 12% - 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 - **Sustainable Sneakers:** There is an opportunity to explore how to create minimalist and sustainable sneakers with a longer lifespan. - **Customizable Sneakers:** New Balance can explore creating customizable minimalist sneakers to cater to individual customer preferences. - **Collaboration Sneakers:** Exploring collaborations with other designers and artists could create unique and innovative minimalist sneakers. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Industry:** Sustainable and customizable minimalistic sneakers could disrupt the fast fashion industry's way of production and design. - **Athletic Footwear Industry:** Collaborating with athletes and fitness enthusiasts would create sneakers that cater to their needs while still maintaining a minimalist design. - **Art and Design Industry:** Partnering with designers and artists could bring unique perspectives and creativity to minimalist sneaker design, disrupting the traditional approach. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collaborative Mixed-Material Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joe-freshgoods-11.md) - [Pastel Blue Monochromatic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joe-freshgoods-and-new-balance.md) - [Revived Collaborative Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1000-sneaker.md) - [Collaborative Dynamic Retro Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aged-well.md) - [Earthy Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/574-mushroom.md) - [Minimal Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/509-sneaker.md) - [Textural Neutral Sneaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-001.md) - [Earthy Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-in-usa-2.md) - [Sleek Slim Collaborative Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimus-ux200.md)