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# Wood-Accented Low-Top Sneakers
Nike's 'SNKRS'-Themed 'Air Force 1 Low' Will Debut in August

By Kanesa D | Published 2022-06-20 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snkrs
References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/6/nike-air-force-1-low-snkrs-day-dx2666-100-release-info) & [nike](https://www.nike.com/ca/)

[Nike’s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-force-1-low-paris) ‘Air Force 1’ is receiving another makeover via a new special-edition colorway that features minimalist brown detailing. The new sneaker features the Roman numeral ‘V’ on a wooden eye stay that contrasts the sleek white laces and the brown cushioned insoles in a white font. A ‘SNKRS’ hangtag comes wrapped around the sneaker fresh out of the box, and the shoebox features similar branding that celebrates the app.

The sneaker spotlights chocolate brown leather Swooshes, [white panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summit-whitemetallic-silver), and brown outsoles. The lace tips are accented with wood, similar to the themed accessories found on the shoe. The sneaker boasts a color palette that is perfect for the fall season. The new chocolate brown ‘[Air Force 1 Low](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-force-1-low-phantom) SNKRS’ colorway will debut on the Nike website and select retailers this August.

Image Credit: Nike

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.4/10
- Popularity: 39% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 12%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Minimalist-designed Sneakers:** Opportunity for companies to incorporate sustainable materials and minimalist designs into their sneaker offerings.
- **Wooden Accents in Fashion Design:** Chance for designers to creatively incorporate wooden accents into clothing accessories and footwear, elevating simple designs to a higher level of elegance.
- **Branded Footwear Collaboration:** Potential for companies to partner with other brands to generate excitement and buzz around a special-edition product, as demonstrated by Nike and SNKRS collaboration.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Fashion:** Increased demand for sustainable and minimalist designs in clothing and footwear offers businesses the chance to innovate and redesign their products to align with emerging trends.
- **Woodworking and Manufacturing:** Opportunity for woodworking and manufacturing companies to offer high-quality, customizable wooden accents and accessories to fashion brands, providing unique and eco-friendly solutions.
- **Technology:** Technology companies can explore strategic partnerships with fashion companies to leverage the power of social media and e-commerce platforms to reach more consumers and boost sales, as with the Nike and SNKRS collaboration.

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