# Killer Zip-Up Kicks The Adidas Nizza High Zip Sneakers are Super Stylish and Unique By Armida Ascano | Published 2010-11-09 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-nizza-high-zip References: [streething](http://www.streething.com/news/272) & [adidas](http://www.adidas.com/ca/homepage.asp) The [Adidas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brain-dead-x-adidas-forest-hills) Nizza High Zip sneakers are one part retro revival and one part military chic. These ultra unique kicks come in [navy green](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hamburg-sneaker-1) or black, and boast a quilted nylon material for complete comfort. The overall look of the shoe is sleek and sexy, making the Adidas Nizza High Zip sneaks a grown-up version of the classic Adidas shoe. The kicks also feature a [silver zipper at the back](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-craze-1), which adds a little bit of rustic, rough charm to the ultra dapper shoe. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Retro Revival:** Retro-inspired designs and aesthetics are experiencing a resurgence, presenting opportunities for brands to reimagine classic products with a modern twist. - **Military Chic:** The combination of military-inspired elements and fashion-forward design presents innovative opportunities for brands to create unique and stylish products. - **Quilted Comfort:** The use of quilted materials in footwear provides a comfortable and cozy experience, offering potential for brands to incorporate this feature in their product lines. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear:** The footwear industry can explore the incorporation of retro, military, and quilted elements, catering to consumer demand for unique and comfortable shoes. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can leverage the trends of retro revival, military chic, and quilted comfort to create innovative and stylish clothing and accessories. - **Sportswear:** Sportswear brands can tap into the retro revival and military chic trends to design functional and fashionable athletic apparel and footwear. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Boldly Designed Zipped Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-sunder.md) - [Shaggy Suede Sneaker Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brain-dead-x-adidas-forest-hills.md) - [Chunky Collaborative Fashionable Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-and-y3.md) - [Sleek Hybrid Boot Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yohji-yamamoto-2.md) - [Cool Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/city-jeans-adidas-gazelle.md) - [Navy Blue Collegiate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sl-72-rs.md) - [Weatherized Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goretex-gazelle.md) - [Weatherproof Lightweight Zipped Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-sndr.md) - [Minimal Sleek Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gazelle-sneaker.md)