# Tonal Opaque Running Shoes Nike's React Element 55 Receives a Vibrant 'Team Red' Makeover By Amy Duong | Published 2018-11-08 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/react-element-55 References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/11/nike-react-element-55-surfaces-in-team-red) & [nike](https://www.nike.com/us/en_us/) Sportswear label [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-dn8-1) launches a new iteration of the React Element 55 sneaker silhouette in a bold colorway entitled 'Team Red.' The sneaker model is originally completed in a translucent finish throughout the uppers, but this latest version boasts opaque elements all throughout. The construction remains the same as the original with tonal exchanges -- the heel taping has some monochromatic touches of black and white and the same theme follows through to the signature foam sole unit. The tongue patch is finished in a lighter red color and it meets a slight contrast the shoe's midsole plugs, which are complete in a slightly darker red. Branding details are seen in the form of the [Swoosh](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vomero-5-3) at the heel and lateral area in a [reflective metallic silver](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metallic-pewter). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Translucent-to-opaque:** The trend of transforming translucent materials into opaque ones presents disruptive innovation opportunities for industries such as fashion, design, and automotive. - **Monochromatic Design:** The trend of utilizing monochromatic color schemes throughout product designs creates disruptive innovation opportunities for industries such as interior design, technology, and graphic design. - **Reflective Metallic Accents:** The trend of incorporating reflective metallic details into products opens up disruptive innovation opportunities for industries such as footwear, automotive, and consumer electronics. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by incorporating translucent-to-opaque materials into their designs, offering unique and eye-catching products. - **Design:** The design industry can leverage the monochromatic design trend to create visually stunning and cohesive products that stand out in various markets. - **Sportswear:** Sportswear brands have the opportunity to incorporate reflective metallic accents into their products, enhancing visibility and safety for athletes while also creating a stylish aesthetic. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bold Tonal Dynamic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-dn8-1.md) - [Stark Red-Tonal Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fire-red-colorway.md) - [Bold Tonal Gradient Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-6.md) - [Dark Red Skateboarding Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-team-red.md) - [Habanero-Inspired Bold Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-muse.md) - [Neon Tonal Performance Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alphafly-3-sneaker.md) - [Blush-Tonal Breathable Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/size-1.md) - [Layered Green Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zoom-vomero-5-6.md) - [Chromatic Overlaid Sleek Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metallic-pewter.md)