# Singer-Inspired Shoe Designs This Iteration of the adidas SPEZIAL Sneakers Honors Liam Gallagher By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-08-26 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-spezial-sneakers References: [adidas](http://www.adidas.com/us/) A new iteration of the iconic [adidas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-gazelle-2) [SPEZIAL](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-spezial-2) sneakers will be made available to consumers on August 30th. This particular take on the footwear silhouette is informed by singer and songwriter Liam Gallagher and is exclusively released to pay homage to "Liam's lifelong affinity with the [adidas] brand." In addition, the debut of the new adidas SPEZIAL sneakers is timed to drop in conjunction with the musician's upcoming album, titled 'Why Me? Why Not?' This is a follow-up of Gallagher's 2017 single. The upper of the footwear is subtly monochromatic, boasting a nude tonal aesthetic that is accented through vigorous attention to details. The model is co-branded accordingly, both on the tongue, as well as on the insole of the shoe. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Singer-inspired Shoe Designs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for footwear brands to collaborate with musicians and create exclusive, limited edition sneakers. - **Experiential Marketing Campaigns:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for brands to leverage the release of new footwear in conjunction with a musician's album drop to create unique, immersive experiences for consumers. - **Celebrity Brand Collaborations:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for fashion brands to partner with celebrities and co-create personalized collections that resonate with their fan base. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for footwear brands to create unique, limited edition designs inspired by musicians, attracting a niche audience and driving consumer interest. - **Music:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for musicians to collaborate with fashion brands and co-design merchandise, tapping into the lucrative world of fashion and expanding their brand reach. - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for fashion brands to partner with musicians and create exclusive capsule collections, combining music and fashion to create buzz and drive sales. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Artist-Collab Branded Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lidl-by-lidl.md) - [Skateboarder Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-spezial-2.md) - [Reimagined Sneaker Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-adidas-superstar-ii.md) - [Stylish Collaborative Sneaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sl-72-sneaker.md) - [Fashion Collaborative Sneaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clot-and-adidas-1.md) - [City-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lathemed-superstar-ii.md) - [Singer-Designed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-chuck-taylor-all-star-charli-xcx-by-you.md) - [Sporty Fashion Spring Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1000-back.md) - [Chunky Collaborative Fashionable Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-and-y3.md)