Top 100 Shoes Trends in October

From Sustainable Colorful Shoes to Memory Foam Cushioned Sandals

These October 2020 shoe trends explore many design angles, including styles made for functional training, ergonomic purposes, sustainability and more.

Sean Wotherspoon recently launched new SUPEREARTH footwear designs in collaboration with adidas Originals. The duo take the ZX 8000 silhouette as the base foundation and add sustainable cloth, canvas, and faux leather details. Another shoe trend that surfaced this month is the Hastalavista sandal by CamperLab. They draw inspiration from traditional Japanese footwear, specifically the Geta split toe sandals. The Spanish brand uses memory foam to create the plush structure of the sandals in multiple colorway options.

SCORE
5.6 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 84%
Activity 75%
Freshness 9%
Intricately Woven Colorful Footwear
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Intricately Woven Colorful Footwear
Street-Informed Skate Sneakers
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Street-Informed Skate Sneakers
Luxe Textile Muted Sneakers
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Luxe Textile Muted Sneakers
Marathon-Inspired Running Footwear
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Marathon-Inspired Running Footwear
Premium Temperature-Regulating Socks
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Premium Temperature-Regulating Socks
Golf-Celebrating Minimal Footwear
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Lifestyle
Golf-Celebrating Minimal Footwear
Asymmetrical Pink Tonal Sneakers
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Asymmetrical Pink Tonal Sneakers
Toll-Themed Graphic Sneakers
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Toll-Themed Graphic Sneakers
Fall-Ready Tonal Rustic Sneakers
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Lifestyle
Fall-Ready Tonal Rustic Sneakers
NYC-Inspired Casual Footwear
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NYC-Inspired Casual Footwear
Belted Utility Sneaker Designs
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Belted Utility Sneaker Designs
Reversed Logo Sneaker Updates
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Reversed Logo Sneaker Updates
Utilitarian Rustic Combat Boots
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Utilitarian Rustic Combat Boots
Extreme Weather-Enduring Footwear
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Extreme Weather-Enduring Footwear
Colorful Camo Printed Sneakers
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Colorful Camo Printed Sneakers
Supportive Personalized Insoles
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Supportive Personalized Insoles
Denim-Detailed Casual Sneakers
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Denim-Detailed Casual Sneakers
Fashion-Forward Jelly-Like Shoes
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Fashion-Forward Jelly-Like Shoes
Rustic Tonal Footwear Designs
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Rustic Tonal Footwear Designs
Tapestry-Themed Canvas Sneakers
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Tapestry-Themed Canvas Sneakers
Fuzzy Textural Casual Sneakers
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Fuzzy Textural Casual Sneakers
Fluorescent Luxury Sneakers
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Fluorescent Luxury Sneakers
Mesh Clear Branded Sneakers
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Mesh Clear Branded Sneakers
Knit Sneaker Tonal Updates
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Knit Sneaker Tonal Updates
Craftsmanship-Celebrating Sneaker
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Craftsmanship-Celebrating Sneaker
Chunky Snowboarding Shoes
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Chunky Snowboarding Shoes
High-End Riding Boots
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High-End Riding Boots
Elevated Casual Footwear Updates
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Elevated Casual Footwear Updates
Detachable Logo Muted Sneakers
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Detachable Logo Muted Sneakers
Cartoon-Inspired Hi-Top Sneakers
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Cartoon-Inspired Hi-Top Sneakers
Actor-Collaborative Casual Shoes
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Actor-Collaborative Casual Shoes
Monochromatic Smudged Leather Sneakers
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Monochromatic Smudged Leather Sneakers
Recycled Hiking Boots
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Recycled Hiking Boots
Elevated Weather-Proof Boots
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Elevated Weather-Proof Boots
Athlete-Honoring Sleek Sneakers
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Lifestyle
Athlete-Honoring Sleek Sneakers
Classic Archival Sporty Footwear
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Classic Archival Sporty Footwear
Bondage-Inspired High-Top Boots
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Bondage-Inspired High-Top Boots
Dynamicly Patterned Perforated Sandals
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Dynamicly Patterned Perforated Sandals
Monochrome Knit Basketball Sneaker
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Monochrome Knit Basketball Sneaker
Emoji-Covered Sneakers
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Emoji-Covered Sneakers
Picnic-Inspired Tonal Sneakers
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Fashion
Picnic-Inspired Tonal Sneakers
Faux Fur-Trimmed Sandals
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Faux Fur-Trimmed Sandals
Mango Tonal-Inspired Sneakers
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Mango Tonal-Inspired Sneakers
Earthy Tonal Rugged Footwear
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Earthy Tonal Rugged Footwear
Weatherproof Technical Boots
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Weatherproof Technical Boots
Durable Vibrant Hiking Boots
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Durable Vibrant Hiking Boots
Reconstructed Monochromatic Sneakers
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Reconstructed Monochromatic Sneakers
Comfort-Centric Sleek Sandals
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Comfort-Centric Sleek Sandals
Quirky Nostalgic Sneakers
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Quirky Nostalgic Sneakers
Eco Cardboard-Made Sandals
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Eco
Eco Cardboard-Made Sandals
White Minimal Designer Sneakers
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White Minimal Designer Sneakers
Furry Space Creature Sneakers
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Fashion
Furry Space Creature Sneakers
Sustainable Streamlined Footwear
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Eco
Sustainable Streamlined Footwear
Trail Running-Inspired Sneaker Silhouettes
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Trail Running-Inspired Sneaker Silhouettes
Dynamic Disney-Themed Socks
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Life-Stages
Dynamic Disney-Themed Socks
Double Branded High-Top Sneakers
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Double Branded High-Top Sneakers
Ever-Evolving Sneaker Hubs
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Marketing
Ever-Evolving Sneaker Hubs
Designer DIY Boot Collaborations
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Designer DIY Boot Collaborations
Luxe Functional Footwear
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Fashion
Luxe Functional Footwear
Toy Block-Inspired Shoes
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Fashion
Toy Block-Inspired Shoes
Vibrant Toy-Inspired Socks
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Life-Stages
Vibrant Toy-Inspired Socks
Sculptural Chunky Midsole Sneakers
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Sculptural Chunky Midsole Sneakers
Bourbon Barrel-Made Boots
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Bourbon Barrel-Made Boots
Sturdy Camo-Adorned Sample Boots
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Fashion
Sturdy Camo-Adorned Sample Boots
Reflective Branding Sneaker Designs
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Fashion
Reflective Branding Sneaker Designs
Fall-Inspired Sneaker Lines
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Fall-Inspired Sneaker Lines
Fall-Ready Tennis Shoes
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Fashion
Fall-Ready Tennis Shoes
Vintage Sport-Inspired Footwear
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Fashion
Vintage Sport-Inspired Footwear
Memory Foam Cushioned Sandals
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Memory Foam Cushioned Sandals
Luxe Floral Embroidered Sneakers
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Luxury
Luxe Floral Embroidered Sneakers
Whimsical Spiky Sneakers
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Whimsical Spiky Sneakers
Sustainable Colorful Chunky Footwear
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Eco
Sustainable Colorful Chunky Footwear
Locker-Like Shoe Boxes
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Art & Design
Locker-Like Shoe Boxes
Revitalized 90s Trail Runners
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Revitalized 90s Trail Runners
Artfully Bold Colorful Sneakers
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Artfully Bold Colorful Sneakers
Video Game-Themed Sneaker Packs
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Video Game-Themed Sneaker Packs
Semi-Translucent High-Top Shoes
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Semi-Translucent High-Top Shoes
Durable Winter-Ready Hiking Boots
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Durable Winter-Ready Hiking Boots
Sneaker-Transformed Sleek Boots
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Sneaker-Transformed Sleek Boots
Modern Biodegradable Footwear
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Modern Biodegradable Footwear
Inaugural Sleek Technical Boots
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Inaugural Sleek Technical Boots
Video Game-Themed Running Shoes
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Fashion
Video Game-Themed Running Shoes
Museum-Themed Sneakers
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Fashion
Museum-Themed Sneakers
Footwear Accessory Calendars
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Footwear Accessory Calendars
Doll-Inspired Platform Footwear
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Doll-Inspired Platform Footwear
Cozy Campsite-Friendly Footwear
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Cozy Campsite-Friendly Footwear
Durable Insulated Hiking Boots
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Durable Insulated Hiking Boots
Casually Comfortable Chukka Boots
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Fashion
Casually Comfortable Chukka Boots
Retro Video Game Sneakers
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Fashion
Retro Video Game Sneakers
Plush Leather Earthy Sneakers
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Plush Leather Earthy Sneakers
Chinese Character Emblazoned Shoes
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Chinese Character Emblazoned Shoes
Genderless Vegan Sneakers
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Eco
Genderless Vegan Sneakers
Protective High-Top Trail Shoes
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Protective High-Top Trail Shoes
Hybrid Chic Sneaker Footwear
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Hybrid Chic Sneaker Footwear
Gold-Tinted Hiking Boots
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Fashion
Gold-Tinted Hiking Boots
High-End Luxury Sneakers
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Fashion
High-End Luxury Sneakers
Sci-Fi-Inspired Sneaker Styles
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Fashion
Sci-Fi-Inspired Sneaker Styles
Protective Trail Running Shoes
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Fashion
Protective Trail Running Shoes
City-Friendly Hiking Shoes
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Fashion
City-Friendly Hiking Shoes

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