# Pretty Pastel Sneaker Lookbooks The New Balance ML999 Spring 2014 Catalog Embrace Cherry Blossoms By Meghan Young | Published 2014-03-05 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-ml999-spring-2014 References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2014/2/new-balance-2014-spring-summer-ml999-cherry-blossom-pack) & [newbalance](http://www.newbalance.com/) The New Balance ML999 Spring 2014 lookbook focuses on a pretty photoshoot full of [bright pastel colors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easter-pack-1), budding branches and, of course, a couple of sneakers that will welcome the warmer weather in style. The catalog envisions the sneakers as the cherry blossoms they are named after. Although undeniably feminine, they would add a playful touch to any masculine wardrobe as well. Since the [salmon pink and baby blue accents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celestial-blue) accentuated in the New Balance ML999 Spring 2014 lookbook are subtle, it makes that last statement even more viable. Each model sports a mostly grey upper with a [suede heel counter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-suede), which keeps the palette soft without going too overboard. Overall, it is a lightweight design perfect for spring. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Bright Pastel Colors:** Opportunity for brands to incorporate bright pastel colors into their designs and products. - **Playful Touch:** Potential to add a playful touch to traditionally masculine products and fashion. - **Lightweight Design:** Room for innovation in creating lightweight designs for spring and summer. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can incorporate bright pastel colors and playful elements into their collections. - **Footwear:** Opportunity to develop lightweight and vibrant sneakers for spring and summer seasons. - **Product Design:** Designers can explore incorporating bright pastel colors and playful elements into various consumer products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pastel Tonal Sneaker Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/9060-sneakers.md) - [Dusty Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-1000-1.md) - [Spring-Ready Lifestyle Sneaker Colorways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906r-sneaker-model.md) - [Pastel-Tonal Festive Sneaker Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easter-pack-1.md) - [Rose-Hued Dad Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-1906r-rose-sugar.md) - [Pink-Tinged Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/860v2-sneaker-2.md) - [Patent Leather Colorblocking Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/550-sneaker-pack.md) - [Neon-Tinged Dynamic Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906a-neon-pack.md) - [Vibrantly Inspired Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/northern-lights-sneakers.md)