# Teal Tonal Low-Cut Sneakers The Nike Air Jordan 1 Low Gets a Light Teal Colorway Design By Amy Duong | Published 2021-08-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-teal References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2021/8/air-jordan-1-low-dc6991-400-release-info) The iconic [Air Jordan 1](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-jordan-1-low-3) Low sneaker model recently launched the Dark Teal colorway and following in its steps is the brand new Light Teal palette. The low-cut silhouette gets a playful set of tones with a lighter base, with smooth white leather making up the upper's base foundation. It is then overlaid with a [light teal hue](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shox-tl-1) informed by patent leather materials for a slight contrast with the shine. The insole lining is colorful and showcases mismatching mosaic patterns in a triangular shape. The classic Jordan Wing emblem is stitched into the heel counter in white on the teal base and has red auxiliary laces as an option. The foundation sees a white midsole foundation on top of a gum outsole. Image Credit: Nike ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Low-cut Sneaker Trend:** The rise of the low-cut sneaker has disruptive innovation opportunities, including exploring new materials for the upper base and experimenting with unique colorways and patterns. - **Patent Leather Material Trend:** The use of patent leather for sneaker overlays is a disruptive innovation opportunity, as it creates a contrasting shine and texture on the upper that can be combined with various colors. - **Mosaic Pattern Trend:** The use of mismatching mosaic patterns on insole lining is a disruptive innovation opportunity that adds an unexpected element of fun and customization to the sneaker design. ### Where This Applies - **Sportswear:** Sportswear companies can take advantage of the low-cut sneaker trend and experiment with new materials, colors, and patterns for their footwear designs. - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers can benefit from the patent leather trend by incorporating patent leather into their shoe collections, creating a bold statement and fashionable ensemble for customers. - **Custom Sneaker Design:** Custom sneaker designers can incorporate the mosaic pattern trend into their creations, offering customers a unique and personalized sneaker design option. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Light-Tonal Low Basketball Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-jordan-1-low-3.md) - [Deep Navy Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midnight-navy-colorway-1.md) - [Basketball Team-Tonal Mid-Cut Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hornetscolored.md) - [Taupe-Tinged Basketball Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irregular-shadow-colorway.md) - [Minimal Metallic-Detailed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metallic-navy.md) - [Richly Green-Toned Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jordan-retro-1-high.md) - [Contrast Tonal Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ja-2-2.md) - [Coffee-Themed Tonal High-Top Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/latte-colorway.md) - [Metallic Silver-Tinged Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1-low-method-of-make-v3.md)