# Distressed Dark Tonal Footwear New Balance Presents a New Set to Join the Protection Pack By Amy Duong | Published 2023-02-28 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protection-pack-4 References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2023/2/new-balance-2002r-protection-back-navy-black-m2002rdk-m2002rdj-release-info) & [newbalance](http://newbalance.com/) [New Balance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protection-pack-7) introduces two new tonal colorways of the classic 2002R sneaker model to join its ever-growing [Protection Pack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goretex-protection-pack). The shoes come in two schemes including navy blue and black -- both of these are designed identically to one another with the exception of the tone. The main navy and black tones are reflectively highlighted along the [shaggy suede material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/washed-suede) that accents the overlays. The rest of the shoe gets a lighter design along the mesh upper, adding some breathability and contrast. Both of the shoes are accented with white and grey accents to add more tonal contrast -- all of which sit on top of a white and beige midsole and black rubber outsole. Image Credit: New Balance, [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2023/2/new-balance-2002r-protection-back-navy-black-m2002rdk-m2002rdj-release-info), [newbalance](http://newbalance.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 14% - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Tonal Footwear:** There's an opportunity to introduce more tonal colorways to classic sneaker models. - **Reflective Accents:** Reflective design elements can be added to footwear to provide a unique look and added safety benefits. - **Breathable Mesh:** Breathable mesh materials can be incorporated into sneaker designs for added comfort and performance benefits. ### Who This Affects Most - **Athletic Footwear:** Athletic footwear brands can incorporate these trends into new product lines for consumers. - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can incorporate these trends into their footwear collections for added style options. - **Safety Workwear:** Safety workwear brands can incorporate reflective design elements into their footwear products for added safety benefits. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Deconstructed Lifestyle Sneaker Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protection-pack-7.md) - [Earthy Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olive-and-black.md) - [Weather-Ready Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goretex-protection-pack.md) - [Premium Leather Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2002r-leather.md) - [Distressed Deep Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-1906d.md) - [Blue Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sky-blue-colorway-1.md) - [Bright Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-suede.md) - [Deconstructed Hybrid Sneaker Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2002r-mule-2.md) - [Retro Casual Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1300-sneaker.md)