# Love-Inspired Sneaker Reboots ASICS Brought Back Its Strawberries and Cream Sneakers for February By Riley von Niessen | Published 2017-01-30 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strawberries-and-cream References: [hypebae](https://hypebae.com/2017/1/asics-gel-lyte-v-peach-birch-827) & [sneakernews](http://sneakernews.com/2017/01/26/asics-gel-lyte-v-salmon-birch/) In celebration of Valentine's Day, [ASICS](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banana-split-pack) brought back last year's popular 'Strawberries and Cream' sneakers. There are two different versions available, both of which make use of the brand's well-loved [Gel-Lyte III silhouette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelsekiran). One boasts a mostly white colorway, with accents of rosy pink making up the laces, inner lining, branding and parts of the outsole. The other version is the opposite, with rosy pink taking over the majority of the uppers with accents of white breaking it up. These Strawberries and Cream sneakers are dubbed 'Peach' and 'Birch,' respectively. With their subtle pink and white colorways, the sneakers are easily worn throughout different seasons, however they're perfect for strolling around with a partner on Valentine's Day. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Valentine's Day Sneaker Reboots:** Bringing back popular sneaker designs for special occasions, like Valentine's Day, can create buzz and drive sales. - **Limited Edition Sneakers:** Creating limited edition sneakers with unique designs and colorways can generate hype and increase demand among collectors and sneaker fans. - **Seasonal Sneaker Releases:** Releasing sneakers with colorways appropriate for each season can create excitement and encourage consumers to purchase new shoes for the changing weather. ### Who This Affects Most - **Footwear:** Footwear companies can take advantage of special occasions and seasonal trends to create limited edition sneakers, like ASICS' Strawberries and Cream release. - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can collaborate with sneaker companies to create unique designs and colorways, attracting sneaker enthusiasts and fashion-forward consumers. - **Marketing:** Marketing agencies can partner with companies to create campaigns centered around limited edition sneaker releases and special occasion reboots, leveraging social media and influencer marketing to generate buzz and drive sales. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Valentine's-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentines-day-2025-sneakers.md) - [Dessert-Inspired Tonal Sneaker Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banana-split-pack.md) - [Retro Pastel Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skyhand-shoes.md) - [Strawberry-Themed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-cons-runbounce-3itsuka-strawberry.md) - [Pink-Tinged Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pink-glo-colorway.md) - [Romantic Sneaker Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldo-heartstep.md) - [Romantic Low-Cut Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentines-day-1.md) - [Pastel-Colored Valentine’s Day Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heydude-x-sweethearts-collection.md) - [Cool-Toned Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mistcream.md)