# Darkly Demure Performance Sneakers The On Cloudmonster Sneakers Come in a New All-Black Option By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-08-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-cloudmonster References: [blessthisstuff](https://www.blessthisstuff.com/stuff/wear/footwear/on-cloudmonster-black/) & [on-running](https://www.on-running.com/en-us/products/cloudmonster/mens/all-black) Sneakers are often associated with their casual design but have quickly become a staple for many urban professionals, so this new version of the On Cloudmonster is intended to strike a balance for wearers. The bold, all-black version of the sneaker maintains an almost formal appearance that hides its relaxed form in plain sight with the use of [tonal black accents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelyeti-tokyo-hi-gtx). The sneakers are thus suited for being worn during workouts, but will truly shine as an option for wearers to incorporate into their [daily wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comme-des-garons-homme-x-new-balance-860v2) when heading into the office or running errands. The On Cloudmonster boasts the largest Cloud elements -- the brands signature design feature -- and also feature the ultra-powerful Speedboard. This will help with faster starts than ever. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Dark Performance Sneakers:** Creating highly functional and athletic performance sneakers in dark colorways for professionals who require both comfort and style during work and play - **The Rise of Athleisure:** The athleisure trend is growing and blurring the lines between performance wear and everyday fashion, creating opportunities for functional and fashionable sneaker designs - **Sneaker Hybridization:** Incorporating formal and functional features into a single sneaker design that can be worn from the gym to the office, creating a new hybrid category for footwear ### Who This Affects Most - **Athletic Footwear:** Innovating designs that prioritize comfort, performace, style and function to appeal to the growing number of professionals who incorporate athletic wear into their daily wardrobes - **Fashion Retail:** Creating a new category of hybrid sneakers that can cater to the specific needs of urban professionals who want to incorporate athleticism into their daily wardrobes with stylish and functional footwear - **Fitness & Training:** Introducing footwear designs that cater to both functional and performance needs of athletes and urban professionals to optimize performance during workouts and daily activities ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Monochromatic Performance Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invincible-x-on-cloudmonster-2.md) - [Maximalist Technical Training Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloudmonster-hyper.md) - [Collaborative Performance Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyper-paf.md) - [Trail-Ready Urbanite Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-cloud-6-geo-waterproof.md) - [Intense Gym Training Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-cloudpulse-pro.md) - [Performance-Focused Training Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloudpulse.md) - [Agile Elite Runner Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-running-cloudultra.md) - [Asymmetric Technical Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloudmonster-2.md) - [Ultra-Cushioned Hiking Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hiking-sneaker.md)