# Minimal Layering Running Sneakers Reebok Launches the New Muted Premier Road Plus IV Shoe By Amy Duong | Published 2021-05-18 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premier-road-plus-iv References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2021/5/liful-reebok-premier-road-plus-iv-chalk-true-grey-1-release-info) [Reebok](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premier-road-modern-sneaker) introduces the brand new Premier Road Plus IV sneaker model with a [muted tonal palette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-and-grey-colorway). It focuses on neutral tones throughout the running model with underlays made using mesh materials to offer some breathability. The mid-foot sees some paneling in white that cuts up to showcase the vector logos. Metallic silver wraps around the shoe's overlays sections -- this can be found on the tongues, the forefoot, and the mid-foot. As a slightly brighter touch, there are some bright contrasting hues. On the lateral heels, a slight touch of neon tones can be seen reading "Reebok by LIFUL MINIMAL GARMENTS." Rounding out the shoe includes silver, gray, and cream color-blocking one another on the midsole. Image Credit: HBX ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## 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 - **Neutral-toned Running Sneakers:** Opportunity for innovating new colorways and tonal palettes in running shoe designs. - **Mesh Underlays for Breathability:** Innovative opportunity to incorporate mesh materials in other areas of sports apparel for increased comfort and breathability. - **Metallic Overlays on Sneakers:** Opportunity to explore metallic treatments on other elements of athletic wear to offer a fresh look. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Athletic Footwear:** Opportunity to disrupt the athletic footwear industry with new color palettes and breathable materials in running sneakers. - **Sportswear Design:** The use of metallic treatments and mesh materials can be applied across various sports apparel items for a novel and stylish design. - **Fashion Sportswear Collaborations:** Fashion brands can collaborate with same-sport athletic brands to produce sports sneakers with a fashion-forward edge, such as demonstrated by the Reebok by LIFUL collaboration on this shoe. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Premium Sporty Running Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premier-road-modern-sneaker.md) - [Sculpted Monochrome Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/engine-a.md) - [Reimagined Stealthy Monochromatic Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1000-model.md) - [Ultra-Lightweight Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floatzig-2-running-shoes.md) - [Thin-Sole Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/street-legacy-u.md) - [Slim Low-Profile Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slim-lowprofile-sneakers.md) - [Minimal Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/509-sneaker.md) - [Muted Monochromatic Lifestyle Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-and-grey-colorway.md) - [Trail-Inspired Neutral Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelnunobiki.md)