# Wavy Structured Bold Sneakers New Balance Unveils Two Colorways of the WRPD Runner Shoes By Amy Duong | Published 2023-10-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wrpd-runner References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/new-balance-wrpd-runner-fw23/)  [New Balance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-7) unveils a look at its latest silhouette in the form of the [WRPD Runner](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grey-matter) silhouette, which comes in two colorway options. The first WRPD Runner launched earlier this year in August and this time around, it is remixed to be suitable for the Fall/Winter 2023 season. The shoes arrive in a bright green option or a blue iteration and notably, the silhouette was launched as an [AURALEE](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/204l-sneaker) collaboration during Paris Fashion Week with a subtle tonal palette. In contrast, the bright tones this time offer a non-traditional look. It is a lifestyle model that is supported by technical and utility components with sculpted lines throughout the upper and it rests on top of an exaggerated sole unit. Image Credit: New Balance ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 18% - 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) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Bold Sneakers:** New Balance unveils two colorways of the WRPD Runner silhouette, offering a non-traditional look with bright tones for the Fall/Winter 2023 season. - **Wavy Structured:** The WRPD Runner silhouette features sculpted lines throughout the upper, providing a unique and eye-catching design. - **Exaggerated Sole Unit:** The WRPD Runner rests on top of an exaggerated sole unit, creating a bold and distinctive aesthetic. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Footwear:** The WRPD Runner silhouette in different colorways showcases the potential for unique and bold designs in the footwear industry. - **Fashion:** The AURALEE collaboration during Paris Fashion Week demonstrates the fusion of fashion and functionality in creating innovative and stylish sneakers. - **Lifestyle:** The WRPD Runner combines technical and utility components, catering to the growing demand for fashionable yet functional footwear in the lifestyle industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multi-Color Green-Accented Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-7.md) - [Sculptural Futuristic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/warped-runner.md) - [Muted Tonal Heritage Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grey-matter.md) - [Spring-Ready Lifestyle Sneaker Colorways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906r-sneaker-model.md) - [Mesh-Heavy Bulky Sneaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906r-cordura.md) - [Bright Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-suede.md) - [Bright Colorblocking Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2002r-sneaker-5.md) - [Vibrant Colorway Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906r-green-astral-purple.md) - [Cool-Tonal LIfestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abzorb-2000.md)