# Layered Performance Futuristic Sneakers Converse and A-COLD-WALL* Join on a Aeon Active CX Shoe By Amy Duong | Published 2022-05-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aeon-active References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/converse-acw-aeon-active-cx-shop-now/) & [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/shop/product/converse-x-a-cold-wall-aeon-active-cx-blackblackapple-green/) Just in time for the warmer season, [Converse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geo-forma) works in collaboration with British streetwear imprint [A-COLD-WALL](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geo-forma-boot)* on a new iteration of the [Aeon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aeon-ballpoint) Active CX sneaker model for the season. At a first look, the shoe has a futuristic design language that is enforced by its layered upper crafted from performance materials. Samuel Ross states that "change comes from disruption" as a conceptual mindset when it comes to design. The shoe is made to be comfortable and has a chunky sole unit foundation with CX foam by the underfoot and Crater foam by the midsole to ensure that it is plush with every step. It also has a responsive lightweight foam materials and a expansive EVA foam midsole to ensure energy functions. Image Credit: DJIBY ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Futuristic Sneakers:** Collaborations between sportswear brands and fashion designers can lead to innovative sneaker designs that blend style and performance. - **Layered Performance Materials:** Incorporating layered performance materials in the design of sneakers can result in improved comfort and better energy functions. - **Chunky Sole Units:** The use of chunky sole units that combine CX foam and Crater foam in sneaker design can produce a plush, responsive, and lightweight footwear option. ### Who This Affects Most - **Footwear:** The footwear industry could benefit from collaborations between sportswear brands and fashion designers that produce unique and high-performing sneakers. - **Fashion:** Fashion industry professionals could explore incorporating layered performance materials in their designs to create functional and stylish apparel. - **Sportswear:** Sportswear companies could innovate by incorporating chunky sole units that combine CX foam and Crater foam in their sneaker designs to provide customers with superior comfort and performance. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stealthy All-Black Collaborative Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geo-forma-boot.md) - [Futuristic Collaborative Boot Colorways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geo-forma.md) - [Laceless Collaborative Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acoldwall-and-salomon.md) - [Deconstructed Canvas Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adererror.md) - [Distressed Sneaker Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feng-chen-wang-and-converse.md) - [Pre-Worn Paint-Splattered Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-5.md) - [Canvas Co-Branded Hi-Top Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-2.md) - [Reinterpreted Sustainable Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/refound-collection.md) - [Collaborative Layered Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelquantum-360-viii-1.md)