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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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Dynamic Layered Bright Sneakers
Dynamic Layered Bright Sneakers
Nike Unveils an Air Pegasus Wave in Football Grey
Nike introduces a look at the new Air Pegasus Wave colorway palette which fuses hues of Football Grey, Aluminum, and Green Strike throughout the entire silhouette. The model is fresh yet edgy—... MORE
Monochromatic Speckled Sneakers
Monochromatic Speckled Sneakers
Nike Introduces a White Cement Colorway for the Air Jordan 4
Nike introduces a new tonal iteration of the Air Jordan 4 model with the launch of the White Cement colorway palette. Rumors have circulated around the launch of the hue since the summer of last... MORE
Magical Chunky Boot Designs
Magical Chunky Boot Designs
The Mattias Gollin x Moon Boot FLAKES Capsule Comes in Two Colors
The Mattias Gollin x Moon Boot FLAKES Capsule has been showcased as a new series of footwear creations that will provide discerning fashion-forward consumers with the perfect range of options for... MORE
Performance-Focused Training Shoes
Performance-Focused Training Shoes
The Reebok Nano X Shoe Prioritizes Versatile Performance
The Reebok Nano X5 represents a significant evolution in cross-training footwear technology. The shoe features an advanced combination of stability and flexibility elements, incorporating a precision-... MORE
Illustrative Custom Sneakers
Illustrative Custom Sneakers
Koio Drops a Limited-Edition Lunar New Year Sneaker
Koio celebrates its fifth consecutive year of releasing a limited-edition Lunar New Year sneaker for both men and women, featuring the bestselling ‘Capri’ silhouette. This year’s... MORE
Metallic-Tinged Retro Sneaker Models
Metallic-Tinged Retro Sneaker Models
Nike Introduces a Metallic Gold Cortez Sneaker Model
Nike introduces a new and bright tonal iteration of the Cortez sneaker model with the launch of the Metallic Gold colorway palette. The silhouette retains its retro aesthetic and the construction is... MORE
Dark Red Skateboarding Sneakers
Dark Red Skateboarding Sneakers
Nike Introduces a Dark Team Red Colorway for the Dunk Low
Nike introduces a new tonal iteration of the classic Dunk Low sneaker model with the launch of the Dark Team Red colorway palette to join its roster. The shoe is complete in a bold and refined... MORE
Premium Stealthy Textural Sneakers
Premium Stealthy Textural Sneakers
New Balance Introduces its 1906L Shoe in Black Suede
New Balance adds another tonal and textural iteration of the 1906L model to its roster with the new Black Suede edition to follow. It has a refined design language and structure as it has a slightly... MORE
Wine-Inspired Collaborative Sneakers
Wine-Inspired Collaborative Sneakers
CNCPTS and New Balance Join on a Pair of 740 Brut Shoes
CNCPTS continues to work in collaboration with New Balance on a new tonal iteration of the 740 sneaker model in the form of the Brut colorway palette. This follows the recent launch of the champagne... MORE
Collaborative Bright Skate Sneakers
Collaborative Bright Skate Sneakers
Carpet Company Creates a Vans Skate Old Skool 36+
Carpet Company has showcased its latest collaborative efforts alongside Vans with the look at the Old Skool 36+ model. The official visuals have just launched and it brings close attention to the... MORE
Recovery Shoe
Post-workout shoes step into mainstream as recovery focus rises
Trend - Post-workout footwear is transitioning from niche to mainstream within the athletic and wellness spaces. This signifies a growing consumer focus on recovery, with footwear designed to promote comfort, circulation, and potentially even joint health after exercise.

Insight - There is a growign shift towards holistic health practices, where recovery is seen as essential as the workout itself. This trend is driven by a deeper consumer understanding of the biomechanics of recovery and its impact on overall performance and long-term health. As people become more attuned to their bodies' needs, there is increasing demand for products that support optimal recovery.
Workshop Question - How can your brand leverage the growing consumer focus on recovery and holistic health practices?
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Festive Vibrant Celebratory Footwear
Festive Vibrant Celebratory Footwear
Nike Presents a Year of the Mamba Kobe 5 Protro Shoe
Nike introduces the new tonal iteration of the Kobe 5 Protro in the Year of the Mamba colorway palette which fuses hues of University Red, black, and Metallic Gold across the model. Nike Basketball... MORE
Weatherized Breathable High-Top Sneakers
Weatherized Breathable High-Top Sneakers
Converse's Classic Chuck Taylor Sneaker with GORE-TEX
Converse introduces a new pair of classic Chuck Taylor that is infused with weatherized GORE-TEX lining, making the shoe weatherproof. It is entirely waterproof and breathable as the silhouettes... MORE
Layered Green Tonal Sneakers
Layered Green Tonal Sneakers
Nike Introduces a New Tonal Update of the Zoom Vomero 5
Nike introduces a new tonal variation of the Zoom Vomero 5 with a colorway that blends hues of white and Stadium Green throughout the model. The silhouette starts off with a white mesh material... MORE
Dynamic Sporty Tonal Sneakers
Dynamic Sporty Tonal Sneakers
Nike Presents a New Air Diamond Turf Falcons Colorway
Nike is preparing to launch the latest tonal iteration of the Air Diamond Turf sneaker model with the Falcons colorway palette celebrating the Atlanta Falcons. The model specifically celebrates... MORE
Co-Branded Premium Running Shoes
Co-Branded Premium Running Shoes
LOEWE and On Bring Forth New Cloudtilt 2 Colorways
Fashion house LOEWE continues to work closely with On to present new colorway palettes of the Cloudtilt 2 model. The two launch five colorways that are all complete with elegant accents and co-... MORE
Inclusive Road Runner Sneakers
Inclusive Road Runner Sneakers
The Nike Vaporfly 3 Features a Full-Length Carbon Fiber Flyplate
The Nike Vaporfly 3 sneakers are an agile footwear style created with inclusivity in mind to help athletes of all levels and experiences enjoy impressive versatility when racing. The sneakers are... MORE
Technical Premium Hiking Shoes
Technical Premium Hiking Shoes
Moncler Adds the Amoeba Hiking Shoe to is Trailgrip Series
Luxury outerwear fashion imprint Moncler adds to its Trailgrip series with the launch of the Amoeba hiking sneaker. This is notably done with the collaborative efforts of Salehe Bembury. The trailer... MORE
Militaristic Green Lifestyle Sneakers
Militaristic Green Lifestyle Sneakers
New Balance Delivers a Dark Olivine 9060 Sneaker
New Balance introduces its latest tonal variation of the 9060 sneaker model with the launch of the Dark Olivine colorway palette. The retrofuturistic model is designed with a blend of khaki, sage... MORE
Game-Inspired Breathable Footwear
Game-Inspired Breathable Footwear
Fortnite and adidas Join on an UltraBOOST Collection
adidas works in collaboration with Fortnite with a capsule that is bound to turn heads—the new UltraBOOST collection between the two highlights the iconic silhouette and unique motifs by the... MORE
Customizable Modular Footwear Designs
Customizable Modular Footwear Designs
Grounded People Apparel Debuts the Oyum Snap System
Grounded People Apparel is streamlining modular footwear design with its ‘Oyum Snap’ system. This innovative customization feature aims to transform the shoe market by offering... MORE
Breathable Waterproof High Tops
Breathable Waterproof High Tops
The All Star Ox & All Star Hi Shoes Now Come in Waterproof Fabric
Converse is making its signature All Star Ox and All Star Hi sneakers more functional with the debut of a new waterproof fabric. Designed for most types of weather, the new versions of the All Star... MORE
Premium Technical Rugged Footwear
Premium Technical Rugged Footwear
Balenciaga Introduce the New Hike Sneaker Model
Luxury fashion house Balenciaga introduces the Hike sneaker model comprised of technical details that make up a functional rugged shoe. This includes a chunky midsole and adjustable fastenings at... MORE
Stylishly Adaptable Hiking Boots
Stylishly Adaptable Hiking Boots
The Merrell 1TRL x White Mountaineering Collaboration is Chic
The latest Merrell 1TRL x White Mountaineering hiking shoe is designed to offer a blend of performance, comfort, and adaptability. The lightweight design of the Moab Speed 2 GORE-TEX silhouette... MORE
Co-Designed Ultra-Light Sneakers
Co-Designed Ultra-Light Sneakers
LOEWE and On Have Reimagined the Cloudtilt 2.0 Sneaker
LOEWE and On have teamed up once again to reimagine the Cloudtilt 2.0 sneaker. The two brands originally collaborated on the Cloudtilt 2.0 sneaker back in May of 2024, but now they’re back... MORE
Silver-Accented Mesh Formal Sneakers
Silver-Accented Mesh Formal Sneakers
The New Balance 1906L Gets a Silver Metallic Colorway
New Balance brings attention to the latest tonal iteration of the 1906L model with the launch of the Silver Metallic colorway palette to join its roster. The loafer model is detailed in a hue that... MORE