# High-Performance Gray Runners Nike's React Infinity Run Arrives in a Grayscale Colorway Design By Amy Duong | Published 2020-03-31 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/react-infinity References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2020/3/nike-react-infinity-run-black-white-cd4371-010-release-info) & [nike](https://www.nike.com/jp/t/%E3%83%8A%E3%82%A4%E3%82%AD-%E3%83%AA%E3%82%A2%E3%82%AF%E3%83%88-%E3%82%A4%E3%83%B3%E3%83%95%E3%82%A3%E3%83%8B%E3%83%86%E3%82%A3-%E3%83%A9%E3%83%B3-%E3%83%95%E3%83%A9%E3%82%A4%E3%83%8B%E3%83%83%E3%83%88-%E3%83%A9%E3%83%B3%E3%83%8B%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B0%E3%82%B7%E3%83%A5%E3%83%BC%E3%82%BA-zfHnqB/CD4371-010) [Nike's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-infinityrn-4) React Infinity Run sneaker model is a high performing footwear model that prepares for running through terrain and maximizing runners' functionality. It is designed to be stylishly informed without disrupting the practicality of the overall construction. It recently arrives in a [minimal colorway of only grayscale hues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-and-grey-colorway) for a simplistic look of monochromatic palettes. The uppers are complete in three grayscale shades and feature the brand's [Flyknit material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acg-watercut) with white at the forefoot before it meets heather gray at the collar, the tongue, and the throat. The brand's plastic heel clip and the branding Swoosh is black and white in a houndstooth design pattern. Additionally, the laces and the heel tab are also in black to complete the model. Image Credit: Nike Japan ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 9% - 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 - **High-performance Gray Runners:** Opportunity for developing high-performance running shoes in grayscale colorways for a sleek and minimalist aesthetic. - **Monochromatic Palettes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to explore monochromatic color schemes in product design for a streamlined and stylish look. - **Minimalistic Footwear Design:** Opportunity to create stylish sneakers that maintain practicality and functionality through minimalist design elements. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Sportswear:** Potential for innovation and market growth in the sportswear industry by introducing high-performance gray runners. - **Fashion:** Disruptive potential in the fashion industry by incorporating monochromatic palettes in apparel and footwear design. - **Athletic Footwear:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the athletic footwear industry by combining minimalistic design with high-performance features. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Muted Monochromatic Lifestyle Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-and-grey-colorway.md) - [Chromatic Overlaid Sleek Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metallic-pewter.md) - [Monochormatic Grey Lifestyle Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelnyc-4.md) - [Muted Tonal Heritage Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grey-matter.md) - [Neon Tonal Performance Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alphafly-3-sneaker.md) - [Contrasting Minimal Lifestyle Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-and-white-colorway.md) - [Stealthy Sporty LIfestyle Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gravel-black.md) - [Trail-Inspired Neutral Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelnunobiki.md) - [Split-Toe Sneaker Returns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/updated-air-rift.md)