# Gilded Cross Kicks These Above-The-Ankle Hi-Tops For Adidas by Jeremy Scott are Way Hot By Marissa Liu | Published 2010-09-08 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-by-jeremy-scott References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2010/09/07/adidas-originals-by-originals-jeremy-scott-cross-trainer-fallwinter-2010/#more-137036) & [adidas](http://www.adidas.com/) In keeping with the religious theme for his F/W 2010 Originals by Originals line for [Adidas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeremy-scott-and-adidas), Jeremy Scott has embellished the tongue of some very [high hi-tops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-hightop-sneakers) with gilded crosses. The military-esque footwear fits right alongside the other clothing pieces in the collection. Made of [black leather](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rasant-mid), the Cross Trainer for Adidas by Jeremy Scott is an 11-hole lace-up boot/sneaker hybrid. Think of it as the more comfortable, lighter version of a combat boot with added sparkle. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Religious-themed Fashion:** Opportunity for designers to explore and create clothing and accessories inspired by religious symbols and motifs. - **Embellished Footwear:** Potential to incorporate luxurious and eye-catching embellishments into footwear designs, enhancing their visual appeal. - **Hybrid Boot/sneaker:** Chance to innovate and develop hybrid footwear styles that combine the comfort of sneakers with the ruggedness of boots. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Design:** Fashion designers can explore and experiment with religious-themed designs, creating unique and trend-setting garments. - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Footwear manufacturers can incorporate elaborate and attention-grabbing embellishments into their products, attracting style-conscious consumers. - **Athletic Shoe Brands:** Athletic shoe brands can explore the hybrid boot/sneaker concept, offering consumers versatile footwear options that blend style and functionality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimal Collaborative Leather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeremy-scott-and-adidas.md) - [Luxury Leather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-tie-20.md) - [Crystal-Encrusted Stealthy Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-moonlight.md) - [Dynamic Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clot-superstar.md) - [Hi-Tech Trail Stealthy Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speedcross-advanced.md) - [Dazzling Crystal-Covered Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-x-swarovski-chuck-70-de-luxe-squared.md) - [Couture Technical Sneaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juntae-kim.md) - [Sneaker-Converted Dress Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stan-smith-lux.md) - [Fashion-Forward Sporty Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clot-and-adidas-2.md)