# Rugged Co-Branded Sneakers (UPDATE) adidas' Vanguard Collection Has a Navy Nubuck & Tan Wool Shoe By Cadhla Gray | Published 2015-10-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-vanguard-collection References: [nicekicks](http://www.nicekicks.com/2015/10/17/extra-butter-x-adidas-vanguard-collection-part-ii-release-details/) & [extrabutterny](http://extrabutterny.com/) The [adidas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-and-y3) Vanguard Collection Part II arrives with revamped designs by Extra Butter of shoe models like the Stan Smith 'Wunderkind' and the Rod Laver 'The Scholar.' Making the well-known styles appear to be novel couture sneakers, Extra Butter's designs are unique and luxurious. The first design is based on the Stan Smith model and blankets the footwear with a woolen texture that has a classic camel coloring. The heel of the shoe features a black section for the branded logo with a bright red pull tab. The Rod Laver design is very different, with a [navy nubuck base](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sl-72-rs) that is then topped with tiny golden bees speckled around the shoe. The navy sneaker has a nicely contrasted red stripe along its bottom and in "scholar" fashion, sports two crests on the outer side. With highly contrasted designs, adidas' second Vanguard Collection will appeal to a wide audience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Luxury Sneakers:** There is an opportunity for luxury brands to collaborate with sports brands and create high-end co-branded sneakers. - **Nostalgic Revamps:** Updating classic designs with unique materials and colors is a trend that can be applied to various fashion items. - **Contrasting Designs:** Using contrasting colors and textures in designs can appeal to a wider audience and create unique products. ### Where This Applies - **Sportswear:** Collaborations between athletic brands and luxury brands can lead to new, unique products in the sportswear industry. - **Fashion:** Applying the trend of nostalgic revamps to various fashion items can attract customers looking for unique pieces. - **Footwear:** The use of contrasting colors and textures can be applied to various footwear styles and offer a point of differentiation in the market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chunky Collaborative Fashionable Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-and-y3.md) - [Exclusive Hairy Textural Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/campus-00-1.md) - [Textural Tweed Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tweed-samba.md) - [Dynamic Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clot-superstar.md) - [Vibrant Rugged Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-varsity-collection.md) - [Textural Chunky Collaborative Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kith-and-adidas-1.md) - [Sneaker-Converted Dress Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stan-smith-lux.md) - [Detail-Forward Shoe Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clot-stan-smith-beaded.md) - [Vintage Suede-Accented Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sporty-rich-1.md)