Shoes

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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Mesh Paneling Archival Sneakers

New Balance's ML850YSC Sneaker Returns With Original Elements

New Balance launched the ML850YSC earlier this month and it pays homage to the original BL 850 that made its original debut back in 1996 before streetwear imprint Aime Leon Dore revived the model... MORE

Model-Crafted Boot Collections

The Winnie Harlow X Steve Madden Shoe Collection is Here for Fall

Just in time for boot weather, the Winnie Harlow x Steve Madden collection has made its official debut. For those unfamiliar, Winnie Harlow is a top model who originally rose to fame on America&#... MORE

Cutout Foam Footwear

The Yeezy Foam Runners are All-White Slip-On Styles with Holes

In 2020, the Yeezy Foam Runners are set to be introduced, introducing people to all-white, lightweight slip-on styles that are full of carefully placed cutouts. Already, the Yeezy Foam Runners are... MORE

Carbon Fiber-Infused Boots

The 1017 ALYX 9SM Hiking Boot Has a Stylish Silhouette

The 1017 ALYX 9SM Hiking Boot is a fashion-forward footwear style for those seeking to stay prepared for whatever they come across when spending extended periods in the wilderness. Set to come in... MORE

Teal Performance-Enhancing Sneakers

Under Armour Launched the HOVR HAVOC 2 Sneaker in Teal

Famed sportswear brand Under Armour recently expanded its portfolio with the introduction of the new HOVR HAVOC 2 in a teal colorway. The performance-enhancing sneaker boasts a number of unique... MORE

Bold Animal-Printed Luxe Sneakers

Burberry's Low-Top Shoe Boasts a Plethora of Pattern Designs

Luxury fashion house Burberry unveils a captivating iteration of its latest footwear update center around its signature ‘Low-Top’ sneaker model. The design highlights vibrant animal... MORE

Unique Mismatched Sneakers

The Caval Sneakers Were Designed with Comfort and Style in Mind

The sneaker world is always creating new and unique types of footwear, but Caval Sneakers has set itself apart from the rest with the launch of its first collection. The new sneaker line boasts... MORE

Gothic Avant-Garde Sneakers

Vans Announced It Will Launch a 'Nightmare Before Christmas' Shoe Line

Each year, countless people look forward to the new products released for Halloween and Christmas and this year Vans combined the two holidays together in its latest partnership with Disney to... MORE

Foodie Footwear

Sneaker brands turn to popular food items for colorway inspirations

Implications - With the recent rise in food brands merging into the fashion space with branded apparel, sneaker brands are drawing on well-liked indulgent foods for colorway designs. Such items highlight how brands are leveraging growing products from other categories for ideas that tap into the consumer interest of novelty seen among Millennials and Gen Z.

Workshop Question — Consider how your brand could leverage the popularity of a product from another industry to draw the interest of consumers.

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