# Retro Rose-Hued Sneakers These Pink Air Max 95s are Ideal for the Spring By Riley von Niessen | Published 2017-12-23 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pink-air-max-95 References: [hypebae](https://hypebae.com/2017/12/nike-air-max-95-barely-rose-hot-punch-vintage-wine-white) & [en.titolo.ch](https://en.titolo.ch/wmns-air-max-95) [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rose-gold-colorway) has been releasing a number of fresh colorways of some of its most popular retro models, with one of the most recent being a pair of pink Air Max 95s, which were fittingly dubbed 'Barely Rose/Hot Punch.' Similarly to many of the other Air Max 95 colorways, the Barely Rose/Hot Punch features the lighter hues on the tops of the uppers, and the darkest closest to the soles, with a transitional shade in between. Due to this orientation, the majority of the sneakers are overtaken by the subtle hue of rose, while a deeper berry shade provides some contrast to it. Nike's branding in marked in a much brighter hue, with red embroidery featured on the tongues and soles. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% 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 - **Retro Sneaker Colorways:** The trend of releasing fresh colorways of retro sneakers provides opportunities for brands to tap into nostalgic consumer demand. - **Transitional Color Palette:** The use of transitional shades in sneaker designs opens up possibilities for unique color combinations and gradient effects. - **Feminine Sportswear:** The rise of pink and pastel-colored sneakers suggests a growing demand for feminine sportswear in the athleisure market. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear Industry:** The release of new colorways in retro sneakers presents an opportunity for footwear brands to attract both existing and new customers with updated designs. - **Fashion Industry:** The incorporation of transitional shades in sneaker designs can inspire the fashion industry to explore innovative and unconventional color palettes in their collections. - **Sportswear Industry:** The popularity of pink and pastel-colored sneakers indicates a potential market for sportswear brands to introduce more feminine and stylish options in their product offerings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Glittery Pink Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rose-gold-colorway.md) - [Multi-Color Spring Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-90-1.md) - [Retro Stealthy Black Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-95-big-bubble.md) - [Rose-Hued Dad Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-1906r-rose-sugar.md) - [Chic Satin Pink Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satin-pink.md) - [Blush-Tonal Breathable Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/size-1.md) - [Pink Tonal Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pink-foam-1.md) - [Pink Gradient Zipped Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-sunder-1.md) - [Bold Spring-Ready Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fierce-purple.md)