Top 100 Shoes Trends in April

From Plant-Based Dyed Sneakers to Cartoon-Esque Eco-Themed Sneakers

The series of April 2019 shoe trends follow a wide range of innovative factors that push for more conscious design decisions in the form of footwear. There is a focus on environmentally friendly approaches and even design versatility. The Spring season has also begun, which opens up opportunities for the more seasonally appropriate models to hit the market as well.

Nike's Plant Color collection is one of the standouts this month as it is angled from a perspective that highlights sustainability through its dyeing and construction process. It uses plant-based methods to create the subtle, yet colorful colorways. Nike continues its sustainability theme with the Sustainability collection spotlighting Earth Day. The capsule uses a brand new material called 'Flyleather,' which blends 50% leather-fiber materials for durability and lightweight elements.

SCORE
5.7 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa
GENERATION
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Gen Alpha (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 85%
Activity 79%
Freshness 8%
White Doodle-Adorned Sneakers
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White Doodle-Adorned Sneakers
Velcro Black Tonal Sneakers
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Velcro Black Tonal Sneakers
Jersey-Lined Mismatching Slides
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Jersey-Lined Mismatching Slides
Pebbled Leather Tonal Sneakers
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Pebbled Leather Tonal Sneakers
Zipper-Accented Leather Shoes
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Zipper-Accented Leather Shoes
Nubuck Leather Chelsea Boots
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Fashion
Nubuck Leather Chelsea Boots
Brightly Accented Running Shoes
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Lifestyle
Brightly Accented Running Shoes
Chic Animal Print Footwear
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Chic Animal Print Footwear
Thai-Inspired Militaristic Footwear
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Thai-Inspired Militaristic Footwear
Contoured Customized Fit Sandals
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Contoured Customized Fit Sandals
Italian Flag-Themed Tonal Sneakers
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Italian Flag-Themed Tonal Sneakers
Neon-Accented Mix-Textile Sneakers
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Neon-Accented Mix-Textile Sneakers
Fluorescent-Accented Running Shoes
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Fluorescent-Accented Running Shoes
All-Over Logo Slip-On Shoes
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All-Over Logo Slip-On Shoes
Cushioned Antibacterial Sport Insoles
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Cushioned Antibacterial Sport Insoles
Peace-Themed DIY Styled Sneakers
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Peace-Themed DIY Styled Sneakers
Zippered Hi-Cut Suede Shoes
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Zippered Hi-Cut Suede Shoes
Slip-On Moccasin Footwear Designs
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Slip-On Moccasin Footwear Designs
Revived Brightly Accented Sneakers
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Revived Brightly Accented Sneakers
Modernized Premium Ballet Flats
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Modernized Premium Ballet Flats
China-Inspired Chunky Sneakers
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China-Inspired Chunky Sneakers
Hairy Suede Textile Sneakers
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Hairy Suede Textile Sneakers
Vintage Store-Designed Sneakers
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Vintage Store-Designed Sneakers
Artist-Designed Floral Sneakers
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Artist-Designed Floral Sneakers
90s-Inspired Leather Runners
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90s-Inspired Leather Runners
Surf-Inspired Graphic Casualwear
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Surf-Inspired Graphic Casualwear
Neutral Tonal Caged Runners
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Neutral Tonal Caged Runners
Mesh Paneling Sneaker Designs
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Mesh Paneling Sneaker Designs
Crystal-Encrusted Running Shoes
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Crystal-Encrusted Running Shoes
Vibrantly Accented High-Cut Sneakers
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Vibrantly Accented High-Cut Sneakers
Ultra-Durable Cyclist Shoes
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Ultra-Durable Cyclist Shoes
90s-Inspired Retro Footwear Relaunches
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90s-Inspired Retro Footwear Relaunches
Ultra-Flexible Elegant Sneakers
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Ultra-Flexible Elegant Sneakers
Japan-Themed Playful Sneakers
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Japan-Themed Playful Sneakers
Retro Game Console-Inspired Sneakers
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Retro Game Console-Inspired Sneakers
Tiger-Accented Luxe Sneakers
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Luxury
Tiger-Accented Luxe Sneakers
Lush Mixed-Material Footwear
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Lush Mixed-Material Footwear
Athletic Recovery Footwear
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Athletic Recovery Footwear
Vibrant Tie-Dye Sneakers
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Vibrant Tie-Dye Sneakers
Revived Retro Bulky Runners
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Revived Retro Bulky Runners
Neon-Hued Chunky Running Shoes
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Neon-Hued Chunky Running Shoes
Bespoke Dual-Accented Sneakers
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Bespoke Dual-Accented Sneakers
Luxe Leather Americana Boots
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Luxe Leather Americana Boots
Era-Blending Footwear Designs
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Era-Blending Footwear Designs
Incense-Inspired Soft Suede Sneakers
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Fashion
Incense-Inspired Soft Suede Sneakers
Anime Series-Themed Sneakers
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Fashion
Anime Series-Themed Sneakers
Golden Cushioned High-Top Sneakers
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Fashion
Golden Cushioned High-Top Sneakers
Vibrantly Accented Performance Runners
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Vibrantly Accented Performance Runners
Interchangeable Logo Sneaker Designs
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Fashion
Interchangeable Logo Sneaker Designs
Athlete-Tested Running Footwear
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Athlete-Tested Running Footwear
Rumored Customer-Inspired Sneakers
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Rumored Customer-Inspired Sneakers
Rapper-Designed Casual Footwear
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Fashion
Rapper-Designed Casual Footwear
Cartoon-Esque Eco-Themed Sneakers
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Eco
Cartoon-Esque Eco-Themed Sneakers
Urban-Inspired Footwear Releases
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Urban-Inspired Footwear Releases
Extreme Winter Condition Footwear
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Extreme Winter Condition Footwear
Luxurious Velcro Sneaker Designs
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Fashion
Luxurious Velcro Sneaker Designs
Heritage-Influenced Leather Footwear
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Heritage-Influenced Leather Footwear
Digitally Connected Workout Sneakers
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Digitally Connected Workout Sneakers
Veg-Tanned Casual Leather Sneakers
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Veg-Tanned Casual Leather Sneakers
Chic Eco Material Footwear
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Eco
Chic Eco Material Footwear
Ultra-Stylish Collaborative Shoe Designs
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Ultra-Stylish Collaborative Shoe Designs
Gradient-Tonal Cut-Out Sneakers
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Gradient-Tonal Cut-Out Sneakers
St. Patrick's Day Combat Boots
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St. Patrick's Day Combat Boots
Velcro Strapped Bulky Sandals
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Velcro Strapped Bulky Sandals
Rainbow-Accented Chunky Sneakers
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Rainbow-Accented Chunky Sneakers
70s Film-Inspired Canvas Shoes
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70s Film-Inspired Canvas Shoes
Retro Air-Cushioned Footwear
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Retro Air-Cushioned Footwear
Luxurious Split-Toe Sneakers
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Luxurious Split-Toe Sneakers
Modernized Punk Sandals
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Modernized Punk Sandals
Colorful Hiking Footwear Collections
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Colorful Hiking Footwear Collections
Detachable-Drip Hiking Shoes
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Detachable-Drip Hiking Shoes
Slacker-Inspired Skateboard Wear
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Slacker-Inspired Skateboard Wear
Retro Sneaker Collab Campaigns
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Retro Sneaker Collab Campaigns
Ergonomic Style-Wise Sneakers
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Ergonomic Style-Wise Sneakers
Cream-Colored Skate Footwear
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Cream-Colored Skate Footwear
Tonal Luxurious Minimalist Sneakers
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Tonal Luxurious Minimalist Sneakers
Gen Z Sneaker Pop-Ups
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Gen Z Sneaker Pop-Ups
Anime-Inspired 90s Nostalgia Sneakers
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Anime-Inspired 90s Nostalgia Sneakers
Style-Forward Adventure Boots
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Fashion
Style-Forward Adventure Boots
Plant-Based Dyed Sneakers
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Eco
Plant-Based Dyed Sneakers
Data-Driven Printed Sneakers
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Eco
Data-Driven Printed Sneakers
User-Designed Edgy Clog Designs
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User-Designed Edgy Clog Designs
Heavily Cushioned Chunky Sneakers
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Heavily Cushioned Chunky Sneakers
Collaboration Inclement Weather Sneakers
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Collaboration Inclement Weather Sneakers
Luxury Auto-Branded Sportswear
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Autos
Luxury Auto-Branded Sportswear
Long-Distance Training Sneakers
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Long-Distance Training Sneakers
Reflective Road Running Sneakers
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Reflective Road Running Sneakers
Work-Appropriate Office Slippers
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Work-Appropriate Office Slippers
Incredibly Elegant Sneakers
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Incredibly Elegant Sneakers
Artist-Themed Footwear Concepts
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Art & Design
Artist-Themed Footwear Concepts
Icon-Inspired Glamorous Sneakers
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Icon-Inspired Glamorous Sneakers
High School-Themed Footwear Events
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High School-Themed Footwear Events
Sneaker-Honoring Magazine Launches
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Sneaker-Honoring Magazine Launches
Daring Brand Call-Out Ads
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Marketing
Daring Brand Call-Out Ads
Elegant Basketball-Inspired Footwear
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Fashion
Elegant Basketball-Inspired Footwear
Animation-Inspired Sneaker Designs
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Marketing
Animation-Inspired Sneaker Designs
Branded Donut Sneakers
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Branded Donut Sneakers
High-Performance Cork Sneakers
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Eco
High-Performance Cork Sneakers
High Fashion Summer Sandals
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Fashion
High Fashion Summer Sandals
Anime-Inspired Footwear Designs
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Art & Design
Anime-Inspired Footwear Designs

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