# Zig-Zagging High Tops The adidas Originals Crazy 8 Tennis Shoes are Bold and Bulky By Meghan Young | Published 2013-02-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-originals-crazy-8-tennis References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2013/2/adidas-originals-crazy-8-tennis) & [no74-berlin](http://www.no74-berlin.com/in-store/-/crazy-8-tennis) The [adidas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crazy-2) Originals Crazy 8 Tennis are back and better than ever. First made popular back in the '90s when Koby Bryant rocked them, these bold high tops will speak to those looking for a unique throwback that doesn't happen to involve the [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basketball-sneaker-1) brand. Although quite [chunky in looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonder-runner), the adidas Originals Crazy 8 Tennis would be perfect for the upcoming spring season. Available in three all-new colorways that incorporates, in no particular order, grey, green, orange, yellow, blue and black, the lifestyle shoe will jazz up any outfit. For those who want to run a little more under the radar, there is also an all-white version. Th adidas Originals Crazy 8 Tennis also boasts a high contrast leather upper with a zig-zagging outsole and unique details such as a toe strap and ankle buckle. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Throwback Footwear:** Opportunity for brands to revive popular designs from the past. - **Bold Sneaker Styles:** Opportunity to create unique and eye-catching designs that defy traditional shoe aesthetics. - **High Contrast Designs:** Opportunity to incorporate contrasting colors and patterns to make a statement. ### Who This Affects Most - **Footwear:** Opportunity for shoe manufacturers to create and market bold and retro-inspired sneakers. - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to collaborate with sneaker manufacturers and create unique and trendy footwear styles. - **Athletic Apparel:** Opportunity for athletic apparel companies to design sneakers that combine style and functionality for consumers seeking unique active footwear. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Futuristic Silver Tonal Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crazy-2.md) - [Juxtaposing Dynamic Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adistar-cushion.md) - [Timeless Revived Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kareem-abduljabbar.md) - [90s-Inspired Bulky Skateboard Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stan-smith-xlg.md) - [Bubble-Like Semi-Transparent Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superstar-bubble.md) - [Cow Print High-Top Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rasant-mid.md) - [Iconic Shoe Colorways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sl-72-og-shoes.md) - [Hot Pink Basketball Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-blend.md) - [Dynamic Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clot-superstar.md)