# Light Tonal Textured Sneakers Nike Delivers a White Reptile Colorway of the Air Max 90s By Amy Duong | Published 2022-09-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-reptile References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/9/nike-air-max-90-white-reptile-release-info) [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snakeskin-colorway-2) introduces a new tonal iteration of the signature [Air Max 90](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thunderstorm-colorway) sneaker model with the White Reptile colorway palette to join its roster. It is led by its textured look and starts with a knitted mesh base foundation. This is then accented with overlaying details in the form of leather panels that are made to look like a [scaly pattern](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/total-90-iii-2). The branding Swoosh emblems on the lateral side of the shoe add a touch of contrast as it is applied in black. It is also complete in a glossy finish to add some textural difference as well. The rest of the shoe features heel tabs, Air Max cutouts, and eye stays in grooved rubber. Image Credit: Nike ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 13% - 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) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Textured Sneakers:** The growing trend of unique textured sneakers provides opportunities for brands to innovate with new materials and techniques. - **Tonal Colorway:** The popularity of tonal colorways for sneakers offers opportunities for brands to experiment with minimalist designs. - **Overlaying Details:** The use of overlaying details on sneakers offers opportunities for brands to add texture and pattern to their designs. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear Industry:** The footwear industry can use innovative materials and manufacturing techniques to create unique designs that cater to the textured sneaker trend. - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry can use tonal colorways and textured details to create minimalist, yet striking designs for customers. - **Design Industry:** The design industry can capitalize on the overlaying details trend to create more visually interesting and dynamic product designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Animal-Inspired Patterned Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snakeskin-colorway-2.md) - [Monochromatic Patterned Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thunderstorm-colorway.md) - [Neutral Tonal Premium Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cave-stone-colorway.md) - [Green-Tinged Layered Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evergreen-aura.md) - [Bold Gradient Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aqua-colorway.md) - [Yellow Patterned Bold Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/university-gold-2.md) - [Bold Tonal Gradient Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-6.md) - [Monochromatic Metallic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-90-usa.md) - [Snakeskin-Textural Soccer Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/total-90-iii-2.md)