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Spunky Suede Sneakers

Saucony's 'Shadow 6000' Arrives in Three Summer Shades and Suede Fabric

— May 24, 2022 — Fashion
Sneaker brand Saucony is releasing a new colorway of its iconic ‘Shadow 6000’ sneaker. The ‘Bright Green’ and ‘Salmon Pink’ iterations arrive in Saucony’s new suede fabric, decorating the overlays and perforated base. The ‘Tan’ colorway utilizes beige tones to create a monochromatic look for a more traditional sneaker. A clean white sole ties the design together.

The ‘Shadow 6000’ also comes in neutral tones, including white and light grey. The previously released ‘Light Grey’ version features reflective accents, including prints and stitching.

Landing just after the brand's 30th anniversary, Saucony’s classic silhouette is available in US sizes 3.5 to 14. Consumers can purchase the ‘Shadow 6000’ in green, beige, and pink iterations on Saucony’s website.

Image Credit: Saucony
Trend Themes
1. Suede Sneaker Trend - With Saucony's release of their 'Shadow 6000' sneaker in suede, there is a potential disruptive innovation opportunity in creating more suede iterations of classic sneaker styles.
2. Monochromatic Sneaker Trend - The 'Tan' colorway of Saucony's 'Shadow 6000' utilizes beige tones for a monochromatic look, potentially sparking a disruptive trend in the creation of monochrome sneakers in a variety of colors.
3. Reflective Accent Trend - Saucony's 'Light Grey' version of the 'Shadow 6000' features reflective accents, offering a potential disruptive innovation opportunity in the integration of reflective materials and accents in sneaker designs.
Industry Implications
1. Sneaker Industry - The release of Saucony's 'Shadow 6000' sneaker in suede fabric offers an opportunity for industry leaders to create more suede sneakers and explore the potential of suede as a new trend.
2. Fashion Industry - The monochromatic look of the 'Tan' colorway in Saucony's 'Shadow 6000' sneaker could spark a trend for creating monochromatic fashion accessories and clothing items beyond just sneakers.
3. Reflective Material Industry - The integration of reflective accents in Saucony's 'Shadow 6000' sneaker presents an opportunity for manufacturers in the reflective material industry to explore creating new reflective designs that can be implemented in a variety of products, including apparel, footwear, and accessories.
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