# Stealthy Sock-Lined Running Shoes The New Moon Racer Sneakers Boast Lightweight Sensibilities By Amy Duong | Published 2018-11-19 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moon-racer-sneakers References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/nike-moon-racer-black-racer-blue-release-date-price/) & [nike](https://www.nike.com/launch/t/moon-racer-black-white-racer-blue/) [Nike's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-roam) signature Moon Racer sneakers are returning in a brand-new iteration and they comes in three colorway options in total, highlighted by the darkest tonal option complete in a blend of black and racer blue. The uppers of the [lifestyle sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-verse) are complete with a [black-on-black finish](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-cat-colorway) that is elevated with contrasting touches of gray speckles accompanied by racer blue details over the signature React cushioned midsoles. The uppers boast a similar design to Nike's Cortez as they recall the Moon Shoe and they sit on top of the aforementioned Nike React midsole and moon graphic sock lining. In terms of branding details, the signature Swoosh is complete in leather and adorns both sides of the model. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Signature Moon Racer Sneakers:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Enhancing the lightweight sensibilities of the sneakers to optimize performance and comfort. - **Contrasting Touches of Gray Speckles:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating unique design elements like speckles to create visually appealing footwear options. - **Nike React Midsole and Moon Graphic Sock Lining:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Further developing cushioning technology and incorporating visually engaging sock linings for improved customer experience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Sportswear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introducing new materials and technologies to enhance performance and comfort in athletic footwear. - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborating with fashion designers to create trendy and stylish sneakers that appeal to a wider audience. - **Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experimenting with unconventional design elements and materials to create unique and differentiated footwear options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reinterpreted Sleek Track Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-roam.md) - [Bolding Layered Breathable Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vomero-5-3.md) - [Hybrid Retooled Lifestyle Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-waffle-racer.md) - [Cosmic-Inspired Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cosmic-runner.md) - [Chromatic Overlaid Sleek Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metallic-pewter.md) - [Split-Toe Sneaker Returns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/updated-air-rift.md) - [Textural Stealthy Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-cat-colorway.md) - [Stealthy Monochromatic Court Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/killshot-2-sneaker.md) - [Reimagined Stealthy Monochromatic Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1000-model.md)