# Retro Basketball Sneakers These 'Nike Bruin' Sneakers Were Featured in 'Back to the Future' By David Ingram | Published 2015-10-21 | Updated 2015-10-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-bruin References: [mashable](http://mashable.com/2015/10/21/back-to-the-future-sneakers/?utm_campaign=Mash-Prod-RSS-Feedburner-All-Partial&utm_cid=Mash-Prod-RSS-Feedburner-All-Partial&utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds) & [news.nike](http://news.nike.com/news/nikelab-bruin-leather) The '[Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-muse-2) Bruin' has a long and distinguished history as an innovative sneaker silhouette that introduced the brand to the world of basketball in 1972. The sneaker design also invaded the world of pop culture, notably being worn by Michael J.Fox's character Marty McFly in the film 'Back to the Future.' After 42 years from its original debut, the 'Nike Bruin' is being re-released as the 'NikeLab Bruin Leather.' This new sneaker release faithfully resembles the style of the pair worn by Marty McFly before eventually upgrading to the futuristic self-lacing sneakers he sports throughout the second film. This new release maintains the [white upper with red swoosh detailing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reverse-metallic) of the original, but provides a subtle update that replaces an original suede upper and autoclave outsole for a [full-grain leather upper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/total-90-iii-3) with cupsoles instead. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Retro Sneaker Revival:** This trend highlights the resurgence of retro sneakers, offering opportunities to capitalize on nostalgia and vintage aesthetics. - **Pop Culture Influence in Fashion:** This trend showcases the impact of popular culture on fashion, presenting opportunities for collaborations and limited edition releases. - **Modern Upgrades to Classic Designs:** This trend emphasizes the incorporation of modern materials and technologies in updated versions of iconic designs, presenting opportunities for innovation and improved performance. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Sporting Goods:** The sporting goods industry can tap into the retro sneaker revival trend by re-releasing and modernizing classic designs. - **Fashion and Apparel:** The fashion and apparel industry can collaborate with popular culture franchises to create limited edition sneakers inspired by iconic films or characters. - **Footwear Manufacturing:** The footwear manufacturing industry can explore the incorporation of modern materials and technologies in traditional sneaker designs to improve comfort, durability, and performance. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vintage-Inspired Summer Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-muse-2.md) - [Nostalgic Millennium Sneaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-v2k-run.md) - [Soft Brown Chunky Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-brown.md) - [Sleek Curry-Colored Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reverse-curry.md) - [Comedic Sci-Fi Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fun-ghostbusters-sneakers.md) - [Retro-Inspired Sneaker Hybrids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-air-max.md) - [Video Game Console Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-air-snes.md) - [Retro Slim Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waffle-trainer.md) - [Retro Leather Sneaker Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/total-90-iii-3.md)