# Revitalized Basketball Sneakers The 'Under Armour Curry 2.5' Includes a Range of Fresh Colorways By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-07-21 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/under-armour-curry-25 References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2016/7/under-armour-curry-2-5-white-black-black-charcoal-elemental-edition) & [underarmour](https://www.underarmour.com/en-us) The 'Under Armour Curry 2.5' is the title of the brand's updated collaborative release with [NBA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anthony-edwards-2) star Stephen Curry. The sneakers feature a futuristic structure that's complemented by its sleek new colorways. This includes the 'Black/Charcoal,' 'White/Black' and the 'Elemental.' The latter of the series can be described as a red and black colorway that, like other versions, is perforated by lines with the upper material's texture. Shades of red change throughout the design in a diamond-like pattern as well. Meanwhile, the Black/Charcoal version features and a [monochrome scheme](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reverse-metallic) and the White/Black hosts a [splattered print on the sole](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fear-colorway-1) that makes the classic colorway unique. With this, the updated Under Armour Curry 2.5's differ from the brand's previous more vibrant releases, incorporating more understated looks to the model. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - 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 - **Revamped Colorways:** Creating fresh and bold colorways for classic sneakers, like the Under Armour Curry 2.5, can transform the sneaker industry and excite consumers. - **Futuristic Design:** Incorporating innovative and futuristic design elements in sneakers, like the Under Armour Curry 2.5, can revolutionize the sneaker industry and attract tech-savvy consumers. - **Perforated Material:** Integrating new and unique materials, like perforated patterns in the Under Armour Curry 2.5, can create innovative and breathable sneakers that revolutionize the athletic shoe industry. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Athletic Footwear:** Incorporating fresh design and colorways, like in the Under Armour Curry 2.5, can excite and attract consumers to the athletic footwear industry. - **Fashion:** Creating bold and unique colorways, like in the Under Armour Curry 2.5, can integrate the sneaker industry with the fashion industry, creating innovative products that appeal to both athletes and fashion enthusiasts. - **Sportswear Retail:** Innovative and futuristic sneakers, like Under Armour Curry 2.5, can revolutionize the retail sportswear industry by offering technologically advanced and stylish products that attract a wider range of consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bold-Colored Accented Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fox-1.md) - [Next-Gen Athletic Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ua-echo.md) - [Agile Eye-Catching Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anta-kai-1.md) - [Futuristic Silver Tonal Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crazy-2.md) - [Stealthy Dynamic Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mad-iiinfinity.md) - [Striking Basketball Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anthony-edwards-2.md) - [Sporty Dynamic Futuristic Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vol-9.md) - [Sleek Curry-Colored Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reverse-curry.md) - [Minimal Collaborative Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kawhi-iv.md)