# Royal-Esque Tonal Casual Shoes New Balance's Latest M991GWR Model Features a Minimal Color Palette By Amy Duong | Published 2020-03-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m991gwr References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2020/3/new-balance-991-made-in-uk-grey-navy-red-m991gwr) & [newbalance](https://www.newbalance.co.uk/men/shoes/lifestyle/made-in-uk-and-us/made-in-the-uk/made-in-uk-991/ML991V1-31615-M.html) [New Balance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m991wtr) follows its recent [991](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-in-usa-2) [Made in UK sneaker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1500-made-in-uk-1) model with the latest M991GWR silhouette complete in a royal color palette. The sneaker rests against a base that is constructed from mesh materials in a white hue for a clean foundation. It is then overlaid with accents of pigskin suede materials for a premium touch that is signature to the footwear brand. This detail is complete in navy blue and heather gray in a color-blocking pattern. There are also red detailing along the heel and the logo accent. Notably, the side features '991' in the same red hue alongside a reflective logo with additional branding on the tongue and the interior. Image Credit: New Balance ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 10% | 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Minimal Color Palette:** Opportunity for introducing minimalist color palettes in footwear design. - **Color-blocking Pattern:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in implementing color-blocking patterns in shoe construction. - **Reflective Logos:** Integrating reflective logos as a unique feature in footwear branding. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear:** Innovations in color palette and design patterns can create new market opportunities in the footwear industry. - **Fashion:** Minimalist color palettes and color-blocking patterns can influence design trends across the fashion industry. - **Branding:** Introducing reflective logos in footwear branding can revolutionize brand identity in various industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Neutral Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m991wtr.md) - [Navy Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/990v6-1.md) - [Muted Monochromatic Lifestyle Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-and-grey-colorway.md) - [Summer-Ready Blue Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celestial-blue.md) - [Minimal Monochromatic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nimbus-cloud-colorway.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 Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/990-sneaker-model.md) - [White Tonal Vintage Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/990v6-made-in-usa.md)