# American Heritage-Honoring Shoes New Balance's M1500GWR New Sneaker is a Bright Tri-Tonal Colorway By Amy Duong | Published 2020-03-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m1500gwr References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2020/3/new-balance-m1500gwr-gray-blue-release) & [hanon-shop](https://www.hanon-shop.com/collections/whats-new/products/new-balance-m1500gwr-m1500gwr) New [Balance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906r-green-astral-purple) introduces a new iteration of the iconic [1500 Made in England](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1500-made-in-uk-1) M1500GWR sneaker model following its previous understated options. This time around, the show is complete in a vibrant colorway with three standout hues making up the model. The color palette is chosen to honor the brand's heritage and upbringing in America. The uppers have a white tongue with branding details adorned in red and blue. Branding accents are seen in the form of "MADE IN ENGLAND" and "New Balance" etched into the sneaker. The tonal laces are also bright across the forefoot area -- the rest of the show features a midsection with [blue suede paneling](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/u1500ji). The signature "N" is in bright white against the blue for a standout contrast. Image Credit: HANON ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 9% - 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 - **Heritage-inspired Colorways:** Footwear brands can create new iterations of classic sneaker models with colorful nods to their brand's heritage and history. - **Standout Branding Accents:** Adding bold graphic details and colorful branding elements can elevate classic styles to generate new consumer excitement and appeal. - **Ethnic Heritage Celebrations:** Designers can draw inspiration from their brand's cultural or ethnic heritage to create unique, memorable product concepts. ### Who This Affects Most - **Footwear:** Footwear brands can use colorful, historical design elements and modern materials to create unique sneaker models with mass appeal. - **Fashion:** Fashion designers can incorporate bold graphic elements and color combinations into classic silhouettes to generate new consumer excitement. - **Retail:** Retailers can highlight their brand's cultural or ethnic heritage to create a unique shopping experience for consumers, driving increased sales. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro Vibrant Detailed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-1000-2.md) - [Retro Casual Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1300-sneaker.md) - [Earthy Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-in-usa-2.md) - [Blue Tonal LIfestyle Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ashley-blue.md) - [Stealthy Lifestyle Sneaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1500-made-in-uk-1.md) - [Bright Colorblocking Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2002r-sneaker-5.md) - [Vibrant Colorway Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906r-green-astral-purple.md) - [Blue-Dyed Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/u1500ji.md) - [Vibrant Sportswear Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-in-usa-season-3.md)