# Monochromatic Chunky Sneaker Palettes Jordan Brand Drops the Military Black Palette of the 4s By Amy Duong | Published 2022-04-07 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/military-black References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/4/air-jordan-4-military-black-dh6927-111-release-info) & [anrdoezrs.net](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-7941379-13067763?sid=HBEN-DA-FW--&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nike.com%2Flaunch%3Fs%3Dupcoming) [Jordan Brand](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irregular-shadow) introduces a Military Black color palette to its [Air Jordan 4](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-jordan-4) sneaker model for a muted and crisp tonal iteration this season. This grayscale update is versatile in design and has a white base foundation throughout the leather side panels. It continues on at the mid-foot netting details and the lower throat accents, finishing off with the crisp laces. Light gray continues accenting the cages and the mudguards as black add a more stark contrast by the eyelets, the [Jumpman](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-thunder) branding by the tongue, underlaying details, and the heel counters. Notably, the shoes also come in a Flight logo branding in black and white speckles to celebrate the new Military Black tonal palette. Image Credit: Beechkicks ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 11% - 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) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Monochromatic Sneaker Palettes:** As the trend for muted and crisp tonal sneakers continues, there is an opportunity for companies to explore unique monochromatic color palettes for their footwear lines. - **Versatile Design Sneakers:** The versatile design of this grayscale update to the Air Jordan 4 model can inspire companies to explore different ways to incorporate subtlety in their designs for a wider range of versatile products. - **Speckled Details on Sneakers:** With the introduction of black and white speckles to celebrate the Military Black tonal palette, there is potential for companies to explore adding unique and eye-catching details to their products to set them apart in a crowded marketplace. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Athletic Footwear:** As the sneaker market continues to grow, athletic footwear companies can capitalize on the trend of muted and crisp tonal sneakers while incorporating a unique twist to differentiate themselves. - **Fashion and Streetwear:** Muted and monochromatic sneakers are gaining popularity in both fashion and streetwear, presenting opportunities for companies to offer versatile and trendy designs. - **Product Design and Manufacturing:** Designers and manufacturers can take inspiration from the versatile design and unique details of the Jordan Brand's Military Black palette to create more options for monochromatic products across a variety of industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Brutalist Monochromatic Retro Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-jordan-4.md) - [Greyscale Leather Speckled Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fear-colorway-1.md) - [Monochromatic Speckled Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-cement-colorway.md) - [Monochromatic Timeless Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-thunder.md) - [Chunky Metallic-Tinged Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sail-and-metallic-gold.md) - [Sleek Minimal Sneaker Colorways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fear-colorway.md) - [Chunky Monochromatic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jordan-4-3.md) - [Gold-Tinged Minimal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jordan-4.md) - [Subtle Dual-Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-and-navy.md)