# Gunmetal Tone Lifestyle Sneakers Wales Bonner and adidas Unveils New FW23 Collaborative Sneakers By Mickey Phoon | Published 2023-03-23 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wales-bonner-adidas-gunmetal-sneakers References: [gq-magazine](https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/fashion/article/wales-bonner-adidas-autumn-winter-collaboration-2023) London fashion designer [adidas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Wales Bonner and adidas have revealed new sneakers designs that are a part of their collaborative Fall/Winter 2023 collection. The collection features the popular [Samba](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wales-bonner-and-adidas) and SL72 sneakers that were featured in their Spring/Summer 2022 and Fall/Winter 2020 collections. The sneakers contain distinct designs in both colorway and detailing, but the overall presentation remains similar. The standout item in the collection is the gunmetal tone sneakers featured in the Samba sneaker model. It comprises a DNA-like lace pattern over the three-stripe design at the lateral side. The sneaker contains the word "Wales Bonner" on the lateral heel counter. There is also exposed stitching on the heel tab and tongue flap. The other sneaker is the SL72 model, featured in vermillion/chocolate and green/orange colorways. The collection will be available later in the year. Image Credit: adidas ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 15% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Collaborative Fashion:** Opportunity to collaborate with designers and brands to create unique and exclusive products. - **Limited Edition Sneakers:** Opportunity to create highly desirable and collectible limited edition sneakers with unique designs. - **Customizable Sneakers:** Opportunity to offer customizable sneakers with unique designs and colorways to cater to individual tastes and preferences. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Industry:** An opportunity for the fashion industry to collaborate with top designers and create new and exclusive products to capture market share. - **Footwear Industry:** An opportunity for the footwear industry to create limited edition sneakers with unique designs and colorways to appeal to sneaker enthusiasts and collectors. - **Retail Industry:** An opportunity for the retail industry to tap into the demand for exclusive and limited edition sneakers by offering customizable and personalized options to customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Creative Sporty Footwear Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-and-wales-bonner.md) - [Retro Chic Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samba-mn.md) - [Teased Collaborative Sneaker Colorways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wales-bonner-and-adidas.md) - [Snakeskin-Detailed Collab Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marathon-capsule.md) - [Vintage Style Collaborative Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wales-bonner-3.md) - [Animal Print-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-samba-2.md) - [Minimal Collaborative Summer Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wales-bonner-and-adidas-1.md) - [Heritage Sportswear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wales-bonner-x-adidas.md) - [Stylish Snakeskin Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/python-sambas.md)