The February 2016 shoe trends reveal that new technology and out-of-the-box designs are gradually changing the footwear industry. While shoes serve a practical purpose, brands are now looking at ways to make footwear that improves our lives in different aspects.
One of the continued footwear innovations is the emphasis on performance-enhancing kicks. These types of shoes are designed for serious athletes who are looking for different ways to improve their performance on the field or in the gym. Some examples of fitness-centric footwear include laceless soccer cleats that provide superior ball handling and exercise-specific footwear for CrossFit enthusiasts.
Beyond performance-enhancing designs, footwear is now created with new technology in mind as well. Indeed, the February 2016 shoe trends reveal that high-tech footwear is piquing the interest of ordinary consumers. Some futuristic footwear designs include 3D-printed platform heels, magnetic moon-trotting sneakers and LED sci-fi pumps.
Top 40 Shoe Ideas in February
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Connected Smart Shoes
The Digitsole Smartshoe at CES 2016 is Designed for Men and Women Alike
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Strap-On Sneaker Wheels
The New Strap-on Jetts Turn Any Pair of Shoes into Rolling Footwear
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Rugged Urban Sneakers
The adidas NMD Grey Model Boasts a Masculine Monochromatic Design
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Knit 3D-Printed Shoes
JS Shoes Manufactures with 3D Printing and Automated Knitting Machines
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90s Flashback Sneakers
These Colorful Couture Runners are Reminiscent of Childhood Playmats
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Luxurious Leather Slippers
These Slippers are Made from a Single Sheet of Premium Calfskin Leather
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Violet Combat Boots
These Dazzling 'Purple Diamond' Boots Make a Bold Fashion Statement
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Cherry Blossom Sneakers
These Nike Shoes Feature a Striking Cherry Blossom Design
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Minimalistic Strap Sandals
The Ipanema with STARCK Shoes Offer an Organic Wear with Simple Style
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Oceanic Sneaker Styles
The Nike Air Max Ocean Fog Pay Tribute to the Changing Climate
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Dedicated Sneaker Pop-Up Shops
This Adidas BOOST Pop-Up Launches the Tech in London
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Feminine Retro Sneakers
The Iconic Nike Air Force 1 Silhouette is Given a Girly Makeover
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Immovable Shoe Sculptures
Sandra Plantos' Concrete Footwear Encourages Consumers to Slow Down
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Exercise-Specific Sneakers
The 'Nike Metcon 2' Sneakers are Designed for CrossFit Athletes
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Luxe Bespoke Shoes
Farfetch and MySwear Created a Platform for Designing Customized Shoes
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Junk Food Sneakers
These Vans Shoe Line Feature Designs Inspired by Candy and Sweets
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Hunger-Inducing Sneakers
Vans' New 'Late Night' Pack is Accented with Fast Food Graphics
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Sophisticated Rapper Sneakers
The Air Jordan 10 OVO Shoes Were Designed by Singer Drake
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Woven Suede Sneakers
The Nike SB Stefan Janoski Skater Shoes Feature a Dapper Luxe Leather Design
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Culture-Honoring Footwear
Nike's 2016 Black History Month Collection Boasts Vibrant Colorways
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Gothic Footwear Boutiques
This Warsaw Store Boasts Church-Inspired Interior Architecture
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Co-Branded Zodiac Kicks
These Nike Air Force 1s by Zhijun Wang Honor the Year of the Monkey
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3D-Printed Platform Heels
The Energetic Pass Footwear is Inspired by the Movement of the Foot
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Eco-Friendly Shoe Manufacturers
Adidas' SPEEDFACTORY Reduces Emissions While Hastening Delivery
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Artist-Honoring Streetwear
The Converse x CLOT Year of the Monkey Lineup Honors Andy Warhol
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Traditional Tree Sneakers
The Nike Cherry Blossom Shoe Pack Celebrates Cultural Chinese Heritage
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Romantic Dessert Sneakers
The ASICS GEL-Ltye III Valentine's Day Shoes Look Like Strawberries
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Magnetic Moon-Trotting Sneakers
The MoonWalkers Replicate the Sensation of Walking on the Moon
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Chinese Holiday Sneakers
The Jordan Brand Has Unveiled a Chinese New Year Pack
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Laceless Soccer Cleats
These Specially Designed Cleats Allow for Better Ball Control
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Whiteout Sneaker Shop Concepts
The Sneakerhead White Store Only Sells White Kicks
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LED Sci-Fi Pumps
These Star Wars Pumps Offer a Dazzling Light-Up Feature
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Chinese Holiday Sneakers
Reebok Has Refashioned the Instapump Fury Road for Chinese New Year
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Deodorizer Sneaker Dryers
The StinkBOSS is an Antibacterial Device for Cleaning Sport Footwear
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Silicone Sport Sneakers
The Nike Air Presto Comet Red Shoes Feature a Hip Translucent Exoskeleton
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Chinese Celebration Sneakers
Adidas Tubular Sneakers are Given a New Look for Chinese New Year
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Football Championship Sneakers
Nike Created a Line of Gold Sneakers for the Super Bowl 50
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Japanese Tree Sneakers
Nike SB’s Zoom Stefan Janoski is Celebrating Cherry Blossom Season
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Patriotic Presidental Footwear
The Nike LeBron 13 USA Sneaker Styles Celebrate the American Vote
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Thriller Footwear Campaigns
The Christian Louboutin Spring Campaign is a Lethal Murder Mystery
Related Ideas
Connected Smart Shoes
The Digitsole Smartshoe at CES 2016 is Designed for Men and Women Alike
Stylish Winterized Sneakers
This Stylish Sneaker is Now Available in a Winter-Ready Style
Value-Added Business Books
Matter by Peter Sheahan Explores Companies That Lead by Creating Value
Sustainable Cork Footwear
These Vegan-Friendly Shoes are Made from Organic Cotton and Cork
Knit 3D-Printed Shoes
JS Shoes Manufactures with 3D Printing and Automated Knitting Machines
Celebrity Christmas Sweatshirts
These Ugly Pop Culture Sweaters Play on a Popular Holiday Hymn
Cherry Blossom Sneakers
These Nike Shoes Feature a Striking Cherry Blossom Design
Celestial Rapper Shoe Designs
The Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 Moonrock Take Inspiration from Space
Oceanic Sneaker Styles
The Nike Air Max Ocean Fog Pay Tribute to the Changing Climate
Dedicated Sneaker Pop-Up Shops
This Adidas BOOST Pop-Up Launches the Tech in London
Feminine Retro Sneakers
The Iconic Nike Air Force 1 Silhouette is Given a Girly Makeover
Immovable Shoe Sculptures
Sandra Plantos' Concrete Footwear Encourages Consumers to Slow Down
Tree-Themed Running Shoes
The Latest Air Huarache by Nike Reveals a Nature-Inspired Design
Luxe Bespoke Shoes
Farfetch and MySwear Created a Platform for Designing Customized Shoes
Projecting Smartphone Concepts
This Technology Concept Imagines the Samsung G8 with a Projector
Branded Bike-Share Programs
Nike BIKETOWN is a Joint Initiative with the City of Portland
Hunger-Inducing Sneakers
Vans' New 'Late Night' Pack is Accented with Fast Food Graphics
Surrealist Critter Collages
These Detailed Illustrations are Made from Colorful Photomontages
Footwear-Themed Holiday Cards
The Kickmas Festive Cards are Creatively Designed for Sneakerheads
Artisanal Sneaker Collections
The Footpatrol x Le Coq Sportif R800 Sneaker Boasts a Rustic Design
Woven Suede Sneakers
The Nike SB Stefan Janoski Skater Shoes Feature a Dapper Luxe Leather Design
Culture-Honoring Footwear
Nike's 2016 Black History Month Collection Boasts Vibrant Colorways
Performance-Monitoring Apparel (UPDATE)
Sensoria's Smart Running System is Unveiling at CES 2016
Segmented Compartment Duffle Bags
The Lexdray 'Tahoe' Duffle Bag Case Holds Devices and Essentials
Co-Branded Zodiac Kicks
These Nike Air Force 1s by Zhijun Wang Honor the Year of the Monkey
Custom Apparel Apps
Yoshirt Lets You Turn Your Phone Pics Into Personalized Clothing & Accessories
Branded Skate Park Pop-Ups
The Nike SB Garage Recently Opened Its Doors in Brooklyn
Modular Camping Vans
The Mercedes V-Class Camper Van Features Flexible Solutions
Dapper Sneaker Boots
The Ransom Chelsea Boot Shoe Offers a Sleek Athletic Aesthetic
Exoskeleton-Like Women's Kicks
The Nike Air Huarache Ultra Have Been Released for Women
Traditional Tree Sneakers
The Nike Cherry Blossom Shoe Pack Celebrates Cultural Chinese Heritage
Romantic Dessert Sneakers
The ASICS GEL-Ltye III Valentine's Day Shoes Look Like Strawberries
Magnetic Moon-Trotting Sneakers
The MoonWalkers Replicate the Sensation of Walking on the Moon
Sporty Raptor Sneakers
These Air Jordan 5 Shoes are Decorated to Cheer on the Toronto Raptors
Felt Knit Running Shoes
These Maison Margiela Sneakers Offer Runners a Cozy Alternative
Customizable Sneaker Kits
Fayvel's Sneaker Stickers Let Kids Play a Designer Role
Chinese Holiday Sneakers
The Jordan Brand Has Unveiled a Chinese New Year Pack
Laceless Soccer Cleats
These Specially Designed Cleats Allow for Better Ball Control
Data-Tracking Sneakers
Under Armour's Gemini 2 is the First of Its Kind and Previewed at CES 2016
Outdoor Urban Gym Pop-Ups
Fitness Supplements Brand Maxinutrition Will Host an Outdoor Gym
Whiteout Sneaker Shop Concepts
The Sneakerhead White Store Only Sells White Kicks
Pop Culture Wrapping Paper
This Themed Gift Wrap References Stars Like Drake and Justin Bieber
Ceramic Sneaker Sculptures
Artist Lee Chun Has Given the Adidas Ultra Boost a Solid Makeover
Supersonic Rocket Skates
The Rocketskates R5 Models Feature Speed Control Through a Smartphone
Deodorizer Sneaker Dryers
The StinkBOSS is an Antibacterial Device for Cleaning Sport Footwear
Spinning Droid Heels
Instructables' BB-8 Heels Offer a Cyclone Droid Feature
Aging Simulation Suits
The R70i Aging Experience Simulates Aging for Visitors at the CES 2016
Sneaker-Inspired Trivia Games
'The Sneaker Game' is a Fun Activity for Footwear Fanatics
Silicone Sport Sneakers
The Nike Air Presto Comet Red Shoes Feature a Hip Translucent Exoskeleton
Chinese Celebration Sneakers
Adidas Tubular Sneakers are Given a New Look for Chinese New Year
Customized Tennis Star Sneakers
The Air Max 1 Ultra by NikeCourt Honor Athlete Serena Williams
3D-Printed Orthotics
The BASE by Wiivv Custom Shoe Insoles are Designed to Lessen Fatigue
Football Championship Sneakers
Nike Created a Line of Gold Sneakers for the Super Bowl 50
Kitchen-Appropriate Footwear
Shoe Brand Vans Pairs With Chefs to Create Suitable Kitchen Shoes
Camo Capsule Collections
This Valentino Capsule Collection Features a Denim Camouflage Print
Safari Soccer Cleats
The Nike FootballX Pack Draws Inspiration from Animals in the Wild
Lyrical Rapper Cakes
These Decorated Desserts Feature Lyrics from Popular Songs by Drake
Patriotic Presidental Footwear
The Nike LeBron 13 USA Sneaker Styles Celebrate the American Vote
Cultural Art Brand Blankets
BFGF is an Art Brand Creating Pop Culture-Infused Blankets
Novelty Cheese Doormats
This House Mat is Shaped Like a Cartoonish Block of Cheese
Commemorative Abstract Posters
ManvsMachine Nike Prints Celebrate 10 Years of Collaboration