# Earth Orbiting Kicks The Nike Lunar Mariah ND Are Flashy Enough to Be Seen From Space By Robyn Currie | Published 2009-12-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-lunar-mariah-nd References: [freshnessmag](http://www.freshnessmag.com/2009/12/11/nike-lunar-mariah-nd-electric-geen-available-21-mercer/) & [nike](http://www.nike.com) Anytime a shoe references the moon it is OK by me. There is nothing better a pair of kicks that channels our friendly white disk in the sky. So the [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-roam) Lunar Mariah ND is not rad, it is incredi-rad (ya, I said it, I meant it). With a super flashy colorway that features a [bright green ultra-lightweight lunar sole](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-moonlight), black suede throughout the upper, a yellow swoosh on the side, and [red detailing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-stardust-colorway). The Nike Lunar Mariah ND will certainly make you stand out, even on the moon. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - 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 - **Flashy Footwear:** The trend of designing shoes with flashy colorways and eye-catching details. - **Lunar-inspired Designs:** The trend of incorporating lunar elements and references into shoe designs. - **Ultra-lightweight Soles:** The trend of using ultra-lightweight materials to create comfortable and flexible shoe soles. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Sportswear:** Opportunity for sportswear brands to develop bold and attention-grabbing shoe designs. - **Fashion Accessories:** Opportunity for fashion accessory brands to capitalize on lunar-inspired designs and incorporate them into their product lines. - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Opportunity for footwear manufacturers to innovate and create ultra-lightweight soles that enhance comfort and performance. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reinterpreted Sleek Track Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-roam.md) - [Secure Cable-Accented Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-lunar-roam.md) - [Lunar-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloudzone-moon.md) - [Crystal-Encrusted Stealthy Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-moonlight.md) - [Space Exploration Sneaker Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-reebok-x-nasa-shoes.md) - [Sunset-Inspired Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-dn-1.md) - [Compact glow-in Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kai-2-white-phantom.md) - [Cosmic-Inspired Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cosmic-runner.md) - [Futuristic Sporty Patriotic Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-dn-sneaker.md)