# Bright Comfy Sneaker Colorways New Balance Drops New Colorways for the Special Sample Lab Range By Amy Duong | Published 2019-07-29 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sample-lab References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/new-balance-1500-1530-sample-lab-colorways-release-date-price/) & [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/new_balance_japan/?utm_source=ig_embed) New Balance introduces new summer colorways for its signature 1500 and 1530 sneaker models in celebration of the 1500's 30th anniversary -- the range is set to be a part of the brand's Sample Lab collection. The range will be available via New Balance Japan and the limited edition Sample Lab range will feature only 24 pairs in total. The exclusive series are randomly selected to be packaged in a bag to hide what's within. Customers are to select a bag to purchase and the sneakers will be a surprise until the transaction is complete. The colorways are predominantly [vibrant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyber-jade), including the standout 1530 that is adorned in [yellow, bright green, pink, and blue](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easter-pack-1) with bright white laces. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 8% | 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Customized Sneaker Packaging:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Implementing a random packaging system for sneakers to create an element of surprise and anticipation for customers. - **Limited Edition Sneaker Collections:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Releasing limited edition sneaker ranges with exclusive colorways to cater to collectors and generate hype around the brand. - **Vibrant Colorway Sneaker Designs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experimenting with bold and eye-catching colors for sneaker designs to stand out from competitors and appeal to fashion-forward consumers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating unique packaging and limited edition releases to create a sense of exclusivity and drive customer demand in the footwear industry. - **Fashion and Apparel:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating sneaker designs with vibrant colorways to tap into the growing trend of bold and expressive fashion choices. - **Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introducing surprise packaging systems for products to enhance the shopping experience and draw attention to specific limited edition collections. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bright Colorblocking Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2002r-sneaker-5.md) - [Retro Vibrant Detailed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-1000-2.md) - [Vibrant Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fluorescent-colorway.md) - [Spring-Ready Lifestyle Sneaker Colorways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906r-sneaker-model.md) - [Patent Leather Colorblocking Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/550-sneaker-pack.md) - [Neon-Tinged Dynamic Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906a-neon-pack.md) - [VIbrant Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colors-be-the-palette.md) - [Vibrantly Inspired Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/northern-lights-sneakers.md) - [Vibrant Sneaker Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906r-collection.md)