Shoes Trends

Despite only going on your feet, footwear has evolved tremendously over the years to provide consumers with not only function, but aesthetic appeal as well. Whether it’s on the runway or on store shelves, shoes have become more than just an ordinary wardrobe accessory. From high-tech footwear trends to DIY alternatives and futuristic designs, Trend Hunter’s shoes category is here to showcase how traditional fashion accessories are evolving.

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Sneaker-Like Leather Mules

The Goods & Services Mule Boasts a Vibram Outsole

The Goods & Services mules are a stylish footwear option unveiled by the Los Angeles-based brand as a sneaker-inspired shoe that incorporates premium materials to create a hybrid opting between... MORE

Biomimicry Hiking Boots

The Design of the Vivobarefoot Jungle ESC Gleans from Mushrooms

Waterlogged hiking boots can turn an outdoor adventure into a soggy disaster and Vivobarefoot Jungle ESC boots were engineered with a unique design that allows water to swiftly enter and exit,... MORE

Next-Gen Sneaker Stores

Foot Locker's Store of the Future Concept is Bolder and Easier to Shop

Foot Locker’s store of the future concept debuted at Willowbrook Mall in Wayne, New Jersey, inviting fans of sneaker culture to discover a bolder storefront, expanded footwear and accessory... MORE

Beige Suede Technical Sneakers

Salomon Introduces the X-Alp Sneaker with a Suede Build

Salomon introduces a new material iteration of its X-Alp sneaker model made from suede and boasts a beige colorway palette. This is one of the textural trail running shoes that will pave the path... MORE

Iconic Irish Footwear

Buck Mason Drops Limited Collab With Padmore & Barnes

Buck Mason, in collaboration with Padmore & Barnes, has launched the Upland Chukka, marrying the classic American moc-toe design with British chukka styling. This partnership draws on the rich... MORE

Luxury Men's Footwear Collections

Stuart Weitzman Embarks on a New Venture with Itss Latest Range

Stuart Weitzman, a brand renowned for its luxe footwear offerings, has extended its expertise to men with the launch of its debut luxury men’s footwear collection. Drawing on over 35 years of... MORE

Food Waste Sneakers

Hellmann's Canada Launched 1352: Refreshed Sneakers with Food Waste Items

Corn, mushrooms, apples and grapes are not only common food waste items, they’re also the ingredients that went into making the 1352: Refreshed Sneakers by Hellmann’s Canada. These... MORE

Monarch Butterfly-Inspired Capsules

Skechers' Monarch Capsule Emphasizes Conservation

Skechers introduces its Monarch Capsule of footwear as part of its Our Planet Matters® initiative. As part of its efforts to support conservation efforts for the endangered Monarch butterfly, the... MORE

Panelled Dynamic Technical Sneakers

New Balance Unveils Another Pair of 860v2 Sneakers

New Balance introduces a pair of 860v2 sneakers for the season following the silhouette’s previous drop that took place in 2023. The 860v2 gets a large inline drop this season as it is... MORE

Minimal Hybrid Chelsea Boots

ASICS & TAKAHIROMIYASHITATheSoloist Presents the Chelsea Sneaker Boot

ASICS works in collaboration with Takahiro Miyashita’s TAKAHIROMIYASHITATheSoloist brand to present the Chelsea Sneaker Boot for the season. The shoes have a stealthy design language and a... MORE

Functional Mule

Footwear brands are releasing slip-ons and mules for all seasons

Trend - Brands are launching mules and slip-on silhouettes to provide consumers with footwear for any occasion. Mules are versatile and breathable footwear styles popular throughout summer, thanks to their backless design. With the influx of mules arriving from high-profile retailers, footwear brands are gearing up to launch their own versions of the silhouette.

Insight - The pandemic highlighted a consumer desire for more soft, lounge-friendly footwear as society spent most of its days indoors isolating. As COVID-19 restrictions lift and individuals begin to resume social activities, consumers are looking for shoes that maintain comfort while being stylish and easy to slide on, similar to a slipper. By creating mules and slip-on styles, brands are able to cater to consumer demand for comfortable and casual footwear.

Workshop Question - How can your brand adapt its product to benefit an ever-changing consumer climate?

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