# Barefoot-Mimicking Footwear The AdiPure Training Shoes are Perfect for Avid Runners By Nicole Ballantyne-Choo | Published 2013-08-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adipure-training-shoes References: [fancy](http://fancy.com/things/424608594646797597/Womens-Adipure-Trainer-1.1-Shoes) The women's AdiPure training shoes are ideal for [marathon enthusiasts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marathon-majors). These super sleek runners create an experience that makes the wearer feel as though they're [running barefoot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivobarefoot-motus-strength-ii) and are one with the ground they're training on. They are designed with a sock-light architecture in mind so they shape your feet comfortably. The sneakers are a jet black with a hot fuchsia bottom to add some vibrant, contrasting color. These shoes definitely have an interesting look to them; when people take a look at your new sneakers, they'll notice it looks exactly like a foot. There are [sections for each toe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibram-fivefingers-1) to help with flexibility as you run. With the high comfort level and polished design, runners will never want to take them off! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Barefoot-mimicking Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced materials and technology to create even more realistic barefoot-mimicking footwear. - **Sock-like Architecture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the potential of sock-like architecture for various types of footwear beyond running shoes, such as casual and formal shoes. - **Toe-separated Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate toe-separated design into other athletic footwear categories, including basketball shoes and soccer cleats for improved performance and comfort. ### Where This Applies - **Athletic Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Leverage barefoot-mimicking technology to revolutionize the athletic footwear industry, providing runners and athletes with enhanced performance and comfort. - **Material Science:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with material scientists to develop new lightweight and flexible materials that can mimic the barefoot experience in a variety of industries beyond footwear. - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Merge fashion and function by incorporating sock-like architecture and toe-separated design into trendy footwear styles, appealing to fashion-forward consumers seeking comfort and style. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Superior Ultramarathon Sneaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-adizero-prime-x-evo.md) - [Slim-Fitting Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimus-trail.md) - [Ultra-Plump Sleek Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aruku.md) - [Performance-Focused Training Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloudpulse.md) - [Functional Training Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dropset-4.md) - [Speed-Optimizing Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adios-pro-4.md) - [Sleek Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adizero-evo-sl.md) - [Minimalist Barefoot Gym Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivobarefoot-motus-strength-ii.md) - [Minimalist Slip-On Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f50-silver-metallic.md)