Top 100 Shoe Trends in August

From Engagement Ring Shoe Charms to Perforated Cartoon Boots

These August 2023 shoe innovations include luxe and novelty accessories -- proving that Crocs' popularity is here to stay with bold and conceptual designs.

Known for captivating fans with its dynamic footwear, MSCHF recently joined forces with Crocs to unveil a new iteration of its viral Big Red Boot. The boot features a bright yellow colorway and Crocs' iconic perforated style. The playful shoes are showcased in a new ad starring Paris Hilton and will launch to the public on August 9th.

Other August 2023 shoe trends include Jessica Flinn Fine Jewellery's engagement ring charm. The unique footwear charm features green sapphires and is encircled by lab-grown diamond halos. The charm can also be customized and is designed to attach securely with a screw-on flat back, making it ideal for accessorizing Crocs and other similar styles.

SCORE
6.6 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe, Asia
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 90%
Activity 88%
Freshness 20%
Stark Tonal Collaborative Sneakers
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Warped Collaborative Breathable Footwear
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Repeating Patterned Lifestyle Sneakers
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Repeating Patterned Lifestyle Sneakers
Animal Print-Inspired Luxe Loafers
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Animal Print-Inspired Luxe Loafers
Rasberry Lemonade-Inspired Shoes
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Rasberry Lemonade-Inspired Shoes
Dynamic Collaborative Sporty Sneakers
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Cyber-Themed Collaborative Footwear
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Updated 90s-Inspired Shoe Silhouettes
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Updated 90s-Inspired Shoe Silhouettes
Futuristic Minimal Basketball Sneakers
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Futuristic Minimal Basketball Sneakers
Elevated Slides Designs
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Bespoke Vehicle-Inspired Partnerships
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South Korea-Inspired Vibrant Shoes
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Rapper-Inspired Footwear Designs
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Mauve Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers
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Mesh Panelled Collaborative Sneakers
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Mesh Panelled Collaborative Sneakers
Speckled Earthy Tonal Sneakers
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Slick Running Shoe Designs
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Comic Series-Inspired Joint Sneakers
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Singer-Collaborative Sandal Collections
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Neutral Collaborative Technical Sneakers
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Neutral Collaborative Technical Sneakers
Limited-Edition Handcrafted Clogs
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Engagement Ring Footwear Charms
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Neutral Chunky Collaborative Sneakers
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Collaborative Patterned Lifestyle Sneakers
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Lemonade-Inspired Waterproof Sneakers
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Propulsive Training Shoes
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Patterned Collaborative Loafer Designs
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Candy-Inspired Shoe Designs
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Choreographer-Designed Colorful Sneakers
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Choreographer-Designed Colorful Sneakers
Nostalgic Emo Band-Inspired Shoes
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Rewilding Running Shoes
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Rewilding Running Shoes
Pink Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers
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Pink Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers
Nature-Inspired Perforated Footwear
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Street-Informed Collaborative Footwear
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Street-Informed Collaborative Footwear
Mocha-Toned Low-Cut Sneakers
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Mocha-Toned Low-Cut Sneakers
Summer-Ready Sicilian-Themed Footwear
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Summer-Ready Sicilian-Themed Footwear
Elegant Footwear Collaborations
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Elegant Footwear Collaborations
Paired-Back Soccer Footwear
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Slip-On Waterproof Clogs
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Slip-On Waterproof Clogs
Summer-Ready Flip-Flop Sandals
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Summer-Ready Flip-Flop Sandals
Stylish Footwear Collaborations
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Stylish Footwear Collaborations
Retro Minimal MInimal Sneakers
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Retro Minimal MInimal Sneakers
Pre-Duct-Taped Shoe Designs
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Pre-Duct-Taped Shoe Designs
Retro Sporty Collaborative Sneakers
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Retro Sporty Collaborative Sneakers
Hospitality-Themed Shoe Designs
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Sleek Mary-Jane Sneaker Hybrids
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Sleek Mary-Jane Sneaker Hybrids
Pastel Salmon-Toned Trainers
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Pastel Salmon-Toned Trainers
Otherworldly 3D-Printed Runners
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Otherworldly 3D-Printed Runners
Vegatable Tanned Premium Loafers
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Vegatable Tanned Premium Loafers
Minimal Rapper-Collaborative Sneakers
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Minimal Rapper-Collaborative Sneakers
Anniversary-Honoring Minimal Sneakers
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Anniversary-Honoring Minimal Sneakers
Heeled Platform Perforated Clogs
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Heeled Platform Perforated Clogs
Innovation-Forward Running Shoes
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Innovation-Forward Running Shoes
Pixelated Leopard Print Shoes
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Pixelated Leopard Print Shoes
Pixelated Lightweight Shoes
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Pixelated Lightweight Shoes
Plastic-Heavy Fashion Campaigns
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Plastic-Heavy Fashion Campaigns
Chromatic Lightweight Trail Sneakers
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Chromatic Lightweight Trail Sneakers
Vibrant Distressed Shoe Silhouettes
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Vibrant Distressed Shoe Silhouettes
Playful Cartoon-Inspired Footwear
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Collaborative Vibrant Skate Sneakers
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Collaborative Vibrant Skate Sneakers
Summery Dessert Sneakers
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Summery Dessert Sneakers
Minimal Collaborative Sneaker Capsules
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Minimal Collaborative Sneaker Capsules
Subtly Remixed Classic Shoes
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Subtly Remixed Classic Shoes
Mutant-Inspired Sneaker Designs
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Mutant-Inspired Sneaker Designs
Futuristic Rapper-Backed Shoes
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Futuristic Rapper-Backed Shoes
Minimal Protective Collaborative Boots
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Minimal Protective Collaborative Boots
Denim-Tinged Luxe Chunky Sneakers
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Denim-Tinged Luxe Chunky Sneakers
Dynamic Sole-Unit Hiking Footwear
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Dynamic Sole-Unit Hiking Footwear
Chunky Unconventional Shoes
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Chunky Unconventional Shoes
Unorthodox Footwear Designs
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Unorthodox Footwear Designs
Anniversary-Celebrating Custom Boots
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Anniversary-Celebrating Custom Boots
Deep Brown Lifestyle Sneakers
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Deep Brown Lifestyle Sneakers
Pre-Distressed Sneaker-Inspired Mules
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Bright Pink-Tinged Dynamic Sneakers
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Bright Pink-Tinged Dynamic Sneakers
Perforated Dynamic Cartoonish Boots
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Perforated Dynamic Cartoonish Boots
Co-Branded Platform Clogs
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Co-Branded Platform Clogs
Elevated Explorer Sneakers
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Elevated Explorer Sneakers
Nostalgic Cartoon Sneaker Designs
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Nostalgic Cartoon Sneaker Designs
Multi-Sensory High-End Foootwear Events
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Multi-Sensory High-End Foootwear Events
Coffee-Themed Sneakers
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Coffee-Themed Sneakers
Hybrid Sandal-Style Shoes
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Hybrid Sandal-Style Shoes
Filmic Skater Shoes
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Filmic Skater Shoes
Neutral Pastel Collaborative Sneakers
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Neutral Pastel Collaborative Sneakers
Hyper-Supportive Trail Sneakers
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Hyper-Supportive Trail Sneakers
Synthetic Leather Lifestyle Sneakers
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Synthetic Leather Lifestyle Sneakers
Sustainable Performance Sneakers
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Sustainable Performance Sneakers
Stylish Durable Sneakers
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Stylish Durable Sneakers
Collaboration Athletic Footwear
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Collaboration Athletic Footwear
Featherlight Trail-Ready Footwear
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Featherlight Trail-Ready Footwear
Technical Slip-On Running Footwear
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Technical Slip-On Running Footwear
Doll-Inspired High Heels
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Doll-Inspired High Heels
Textural Mountaineering Shoe Designs
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Textural Mountaineering Shoe Designs
Bottle Opener-Equipped Shoes
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Bottle Opener-Equipped Shoes
Monstrous-Inspired Heeled Shoes
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Monstrous-Inspired Heeled Shoes
Reactive Trail Running Footwear
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Reactive Trail Running Footwear
Ultralight Next-Level Sneakers
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Ultralight Next-Level Sneakers
Cushioned Mid-Cut Hiker Sneakers
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Cushioned Mid-Cut Hiker Sneakers

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