# Durable Multi-Material Sneakers The New Balance 'Made In The USA' SuperFabric Sneakers are Rugged By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-10-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-made-in-the-usa References: [hiconsumption](https://hiconsumption.com/new-balance-made-in-the-usa-superfabric-sneakers/) & [packershoes](https://packershoes.com/search?q=super+fabric) The New Balance 'Made In The USA' SuperFabric sneakers are an expertly crafted footwear style that will offer wearers with [enhanced durability](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-samba-og-cordura) against the rigors of everyday wear. Coming in the iconic [998 and 997 styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/990v6-made-in-usa), the sneakers are both made with [pigskin suede](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-suede) along with leather for a timeless finish that is also inherently durable. The sneakers are further enhanced with SuperFabric on the collar, tongue and midfoot that acts as a reinforced protection layer for a premium level of durability. The New Balance 'Made In The USA' SuperFabric sneakers are priced started at $180 and are part of the increased demand for high-quality fashion products as consumers seek to invest in styles that will last for extended periods. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Enhanced Durability:** The trend of incorporating durable materials and construction techniques in footwear offers opportunities for disruptive innovation in the sneaker industry. - **Multi-material Design:** The trend of combining different materials in the construction of sneakers presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the footwear industry, allowing for enhanced performance and unique aesthetics. - **Increased Demand for High-quality Fashion:** The trend of consumers seeking high-quality fashion products presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry, especially in creating long-lasting and premium footwear designs. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear:** The incorporation of durable materials and multi-material designs in sneakers creates disruptive innovation opportunities for footwear manufacturers and retailers. - **Fashion:** The increased consumer demand for high-quality fashion products offers disruptive innovation opportunities for fashion brands and retailers to create durable, high-end footwear styles. - **Manufacturing:** The growing trend of incorporating durable materials and multi-material designs in various industries, including footwear manufacturing, presents opportunities for disruptive innovations in manufacturing processes and technologies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Earthy Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-in-usa-2.md) - [Rugged Urban Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-camo-sneaker.md) - [Textural Black Leather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-in-uk-2.md) - [Mesh-Heavy Bulky Sneaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906r-cordura.md) - [Dark Olive Green Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-camo-colorway.md) - [Nature-Inspired Weatherproof Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-580-goretex.md) - [Collaborative Earthy Tonal Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raso-gammato.md) - [Navy Blue-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-in-usa-990v6.md) - [Monochromatic Suede Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/990v4-made-in-usa.md)