# Reflective Snakeskin Sneakers The Adidas Originals ZX Flux Sneaker Introduces a New Material By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-10-09 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-originals-zx-flux-sneaker References: [sneakernews](http://sneakernews.com/2014/10/01/adidas-originals-debut-new-reflective-material-zx-flux/) & [adidas](http://www.adidas.com/us/zx) The adidas Originals ZX Flux sneaker is a quantum leap in the world of footwear design. The groundbreaking shoe has been further revolutionized to include a brand-new [reflective upper material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arctic-night). The reflective material does not merely illuminate a brilliant white; instead, it features a [vibrant visual pattern](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snakeskin-colorway-2) that is unlike anything out there. The [opalescent rainbow hue](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-xt4-og) of the Xenopeltis Reflective material will definitely stand out in a crowd. Currently the material is only featured on the ZX Flux sneaker, but I have a feeling that the response will be so overwhelming, adidas will quickly incorporate it onto other sneaker silhouettes. This eye-catching new addition to a breakthrough shoe will no doubt impress and captivate sneaker aficionados everywhere. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Reflective Sneakers:** The introduction of a brand-new reflective upper material in the adidas Originals ZX Flux sneaker opens up opportunities for incorporating reflective materials into other footwear designs. - **Opalescent Patterns:** The vibrant visual pattern of the Xenopeltis Reflective material on the ZX Flux sneaker presents a new trend in footwear design, offering the potential for incorporating opalescent patterns into other shoe designs. - **Eye-catching Footwear:** The use of the Xenopeltis Reflective material's rainbow hue on the ZX Flux sneaker introduces a trend of eye-catching footwear that can be explored and expanded upon in other sneaker silhouettes. ### Who This Affects Most - **Footwear:** The introduction of the reflective upper material on the ZX Flux sneaker paves the way for the footwear industry to incorporate innovative materials and designs into their products. - **Fashion:** The opalescent rainbow hue of the Xenopeltis Reflective material on the ZX Flux sneaker presents an opportunity for the fashion industry to explore new trends in colorful and attention-grabbing accessories. - **Sports:** The eye-catching design of the ZX Flux sneaker, with its reflective material, can offer a disruptive innovation opportunity for the sports industry to incorporate visually-striking footwear into athletic gear. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Scale Texture Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/year-of-the-snake.md) - [Jellyfish-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pharrell-williams-and-adidas-originals.md) - [Bubble-Like Semi-Transparent Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superstar-bubble.md) - [Stealthy Iridescent Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arctic-night.md) - [Minimalist Slip-On Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f50-silver-metallic.md) - [Dynamic Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clot-superstar.md) - [Iridescent Fall-Ready Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olive-flak.md) - [Snakeskin-Detailed Collab Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marathon-capsule.md) - [Stylish Snakeskin Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/python-sambas.md)