# Mismatched Tonal Sneakers Nike's Air Jordan 1 Low Receives a UNC/Royal Tonal Makeover By Amy Duong | Published 2019-12-03 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uncroyal References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/nike-sb-air-jordan-1-low-unc-royal-release-date-price/) [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midnight-navy-colorway-1) unveils its latest iteration of the iconic [Air Jordan 1](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-jordan-1-low-3) sneakers in a 'UNC/Royal' update. The tearaway sneaker model features an additional layer that can be removed. This component exposes two classic Jordan Brand colorway options -- on the left shoe features Royal blue and UNC on the right shoe. This is similar to the brand's previous projects including updates on the CLOT Air Force 1s and the Nike SBs alongside [Lance Mountain](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spicy-pimento-cheese-crackers). There are layers that unveil itself throughout regular wear. Both of the sneakers are complete with a beige coat as the top layer, which options itself to be removed and expose the different colorways. The UNC/Royal sneaker is set to launch officially on December 9th and can be found online at Nike. Image Credit: Nike ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 9% - 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) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Tearaway Sneakers:** The tearaway sneaker trend presents an opportunity for brands to offer customizable footwear options with removable layers and different colorways. - **Mismatched Colorways:** The popularity of mismatched colorways in sneakers opens up possibilities for brands to create unique, personalized designs that cater to individual style preferences. - **Layered Design:** The layered design trend allows for innovative sneaker concepts that offer an element of surprise and customization, creating a unique user experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear:** The tearaway sneaker trend presents an opportunity for footwear brands to incorporate customizable and removable components, enhancing the overall consumer experience. - **Fashion:** The popularity of mismatched colorways in sneakers offers an innovative opportunity for the fashion industry to explore new approaches to color coordination and self-expression. - **Sportswear:** The layered design trend in sneakers provides an avenue for sportswear brands to create visually compelling products that merge fashion and functionality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Light-Tonal Low Basketball Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-jordan-1-low-3.md) - [Deep Navy Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midnight-navy-colorway-1.md) - [Minimal Metallic-Detailed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metallic-navy.md) - [Basketball Team-Tonal Mid-Cut Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hornetscolored.md) - [Stealthy Blue Layered Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyper-royal-colorway-2.md) - [Contrast Tonal Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ja-2-2.md) - [Taupe-Tinged Basketball Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irregular-shadow-colorway.md) - [Dual-Tonal Plush Functional Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/more-uptempo-low.md) - [Distressed Crackled Leather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-toe-colorway.md)