# Metallic Regal Hi-Top Sneakers The Air Jordan 12 Gets a New Royalty Colorway By Amy Duong | Published 2021-10-04 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/royalty-colorway References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2021/9/air-jordan-12-royalty-ct8013-170-release-info) Jordan Brand introduces a new tonal iteration of the [Air Jordan 12](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phantom-colorway-1) sneaker model with the brand new Royalty colorway to join the roster. The shoes boast a regal theme with metallic touches across the hi-top silhouette for the season. The shoe retains the two-tonal color-blocking detail across the upper with the construction of tumbled leather materials making up the base. It is done in a clean white color whereas the mudguards are detailed in black pebbled leather for [tonal contrast](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-toe-version). Black details also continue on to the laces, the interior lining, the lower molds, and the heel tabs. The aforementioned gold can be seen in the form of the debossed [Jumpman](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sail-and-metallic-gold) badges, the heel and tongue branding, and eyestays. Image Credit: Nike ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Royalty Colorway:** Footwear brands can explore creating new sneaker colorways that incorporate metallic touches for a regal theme. - **Tonal Iterations:** Sneaker manufacturers can produce more tonal iterations of classic sneaker models to appeal to consumers looking for sleek designs. - **Two-tonal Color-blocking:** Brands can experiment with two-tonal color-blocking detail across different shoe styles to add a modern touch. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear:** The footwear industry can incorporate metallic touches and new colorways in their designs to attract trendy consumers. - **Fashion:** Companies in the fashion industry can leverage tonal iterations and two-tonal color-blocking in their products to create visually appealing clothing and accessories. - **Sportswear:** Sportswear companies can produce tonal sneakers for athletes who value style and comfort during training and competition. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxe Creamy Retro Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phantom-colorway-1.md) - [Chunky Metallic-Tinged Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sail-and-metallic-gold.md) - [Metallic Silver-Tinged Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1-low-method-of-make-v3.md) - [Monochromatic Relaunched Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reverse-metallic.md) - [Stealthy Colorblocked Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flu-game-colorway.md) - [Minimal Metallic-Detailed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metallic-navy.md) - [Richly Green-Toned Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jordan-retro-1-high.md) - [Minimal Sleek Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pure-money.md) - [Deep Navy Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midnight-navy-colorway-1.md)