# Earth-Inspired Colored Trainers KARHU's 'The Forest Rules' Collection Celebrates the Earth By Kanesa D | Published 2023-04-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-forest-rules References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2023/4/karhu-the-forest-rules-collection-release-info) & [us.karhu](https://us.karhu.com/?no-redirect) Finnish footwear brand KARHU's 'The Forest Rules' collection highlights the Earth and the impact of environmental changes through [wildlife protection and safety themes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baffin-introduces-sea-green). For its third camping-inspired drop, the new collection comprises two colors of KARHU's 'Fusion 2.0' and 'Legacy 96' models with unique designs. The Fusion 2.0 features 'Lily White' leather overlays, [dark green mesh paneling](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evergreen-aura), and [tan suede accents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earth-colorway). Other notable design aspects include yellowed speckled bottoms, interlocked lacing systems, and pastel coloring. With 'Curry' suede mudguards, white leather panels, and orange-tinted underlays, the 'Legacy 96' is also available in a similar colorway. KARHU’s 'The Forest Rules' collection is available now via the brand’s website. The sneakers are priced at $140 and $150 USD, respectively. Image Credit: KARHU, [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2023/4/karhu-the-forest-rules-collection-release-info), [us.karhu](https://us.karhu.com/?no-redirect) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 15% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Earth-inspired Fashion:** The trend of incorporating earthy colors and designs into fashion can lead to opportunities for sustainable and eco-friendly materials. - **Nature-inspired Branding:** Brands can draw inspiration from nature to create unique and memorable designs that connect with environmentally conscious consumers. - **Eco-friendly Footwear:** There is a growing demand for footwear made from sustainable and eco-friendly materials, providing an opportunity for innovation in the footwear industry. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear Industry:** Companies can explore using eco-friendly and sustainable materials to create trendy shoes that appeal to environmentally conscious consumers. - **Fashion Industry:** The incorporation of earthy colors and designs in fashion can lead to increased demand for sustainable and eco-friendly clothing materials. - **Branding and Marketing Industry:** Branding agencies can help companies draw inspiration from nature to create unique and memorable designs that connect with environmentally conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Natural Tone Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelkayano-14-organic-beauty.md) - [Earth-Toned Trail Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xalp-suede-1.md) - [Earthy Gradient Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/newbalance1906r.md) - [Nature-Inspired Limited Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kype-pro-limited-edition.md) - [Green-Tinged Layered Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evergreen-aura.md) - [Nature-Inspired Shoe Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultraboost-5-x-hermanos-koumori.md) - [Earthy Tonal Sneaker Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earthenware.md) - [Nature-Inspired Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ub10s-gelkayano-20.md) - [Nature-Inspired Boot Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baffin-introduces-sea-green.md)