# Textural Neutral Sneaker Designs Jaden Smith Presents the MSFTSrep x New Balance 0.01 By Amy Duong | Published 2024-10-30 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-001 References: [footshop](https://www.footshop.com/en/23_new-balance)  New Balance continues to grow its partnership with Jaden Smith as the two present a new footwear model in the form of the MSFTSrep x New Balance 0.01. The collaborative shoe is a neutral model made with the help of Smith's team tat MSFTSrep clothing line. The shoes are complete with a textural finish across the upper for a dynamic aesthetic. It comes in two colorway options -- both of which are cool and versatile for the upcoming season. It kicks off with an icy blue palette for a crisp and bold look. The second colorway is a muted cream hue for a versatile and neutral look -- it is set to launch in November. Image Credit: New Balance ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 7.6/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 30% - 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 - **Sustainable Skate Footwear:** Using hemp materials in skate shoe designs offers an eco-friendly alternative to traditional synthetic materials. - **Celebrity-driven Fashion Collaborations:** Collaborations like Jaden Smith and New Balance leverage celebrity influence to create unique, trendsetting footwear. - **Textural Contrast in Shoe Design:** Incorporating textural elements such as hemp against a sleek sole enhances visual appeal and market differentiation. ### Who This Affects Most - **Sustainable Fashion:** The use of hemp materials aligns with the growing sustainable fashion movement, attracting eco-conscious consumers. - **Celebrity Endorsements:** Celebrity-driven product lines boost brand visibility and appeal through high-profile partnerships. - **Athletic Footwear:** Introducing innovative materials and designs in athletic footwear can capture niche markets and elevate brand prestige. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collaborative Neutral Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-993.md) - [Neutral Tonal Lifestyle Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/9060-sneaker-colorway.md) - [Neutral Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m991wtr.md) - [Pastel Blue Monochromatic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joe-freshgoods-and-new-balance.md) - [Mushroom-Inspired Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/993-sneaker-model.md) - [Minimal Monochromatic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nimbus-cloud-colorway.md) - [Muted Neutral Earthy Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grey-days-colorway.md) - [Collaborative Textural Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906-sneaker.md) - [Neutral Tonal Summer Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906l-3.md)