# Scuba-Inspired Shoes The Prada Spring/Summer 2017 Shoes Draw Inspiration from Aquatic Equipment By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-03-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2017-shoes References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2017/3/prada-scuba-footwear-2017-spring-summer) & [prada](http://www.prada.com/de/DE/e-store/department/man/new-arrivals.html) Drawing inspiration from aquatic equipment, the [Prada](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toblach) Spring/Summer 2017 shoes are inspired by [scuba equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swatch-scubaqua) and accessories in order to create a line of bold footwear designs that are modern and elegantly casual. Coming in eleven different color options, the shoes range in style from being bold with neon color blocking to simple and modern with muted tones. The shoes are outfitted with thick zippers and velcro straps that truly make them look ready for a dive into the water. The Prada Spring/Summer 2017 shoes come in two different style options including a high-top and a low-top, which both boast a [neoprene material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-unveils-climacool) that makes the footwear look modern and ergonomic. Only one style of the scuba-inspired footwear features laces and a graphic print inspired by the tropics. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Bold Footwear Designs:** Disruptive innovation opportunities lie in creating unique and eye-catching shoe designs that stand out in the market. - **Neoprene Material:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation can be found in developing new uses for neoprene material in industries beyond fashion, such as sports equipment or automotive accessories. - **Graphic Prints:** There is potential for disruptive innovation in creating customizable graphic prints for various products, from apparel to interior design. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion and Apparel:** The fashion and apparel industry can explore disruptive innovation by incorporating scuba-inspired footwear designs into their collections. - **Sports Equipment:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation exist in developing scuba-inspired sports footwear or incorporating neoprene material into sports equipment for enhanced performance. - **Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation can be explored in the interior design industry by incorporating graphic prints inspired by scuba equipment into furniture and decor. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Coastal Beach-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voile-blanche.md) - [Jellyfish-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pharrell-williams-and-adidas-originals.md) - [Halocline Waterproof Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproofshoe.md) - [Summer-Ready Sporty Slip-Ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aqua-swoosh.md) - [Luxe Modern Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toblach.md) - [Streetwear-Inspired Snow Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snow-boot.md) - [Ultra-Thin Premium Fashion Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collapse-sneaker.md) - [Textured Floral Design Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oasis-society.md) - [Summer-Ready Woven Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watercat-sneaker.md)