# Celebrity-Collab Patchwork Sneakers Billie Eilish and Nike Unveil Their Joint Air Force 1 Low By Amy Duong | Published 2022-05-20 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-force-1-low-1 References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/5/billie-eilish-x-nike-air-force-1-low-release-info) [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-force-1-mid-sneaker) and Billie Eilish have been working in collaboration throughout the year and most recently, the duo unveils a look at its upcoming [Air Force 1 Low](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-force-1-low-paisley) sneaker model for the season. It is designed in a similar [Mushroom palette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/993-sneaker-model) that boasts neutral hues throughout. It also has a deconstructed design language that chose not to use the velcro lace overlays that have been previously applied to the high-top iteration. The sneakers have a quilted upper look that is marked with a zig-zag design stitched throughout and choppy fabric panels sewn through the upper for a patchwork aesthetic. Branding details are also applied in the form of the signature Blohsh figure nodding to the artist by the metallic eyestays. Image Credit: Solebyjc ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 23% | 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Celebrity-collab Sneakers:** Collaborating with celebrities to design unique and exclusive sneaker lines is a growing trend in the fashion industry. - **Deconstructed Design Language:** The use of a deconstructed design language, such as patchwork and zig-zag stitching, will disrupt the traditional sneaker design aesthetic. - **Quilted Upper Look:** The trend of using quilted and choppy fabric panels sewn through the upper of sneakers will add a textured and unique element to footwear design. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can benefit from collaborating with celebrities to create unique products that attract a loyal fanbase. - **Footwear:** Innovations in footwear design are constantly evolving and there is potential to disrupt the market with new textured and deconstructed designs. - **Celebrity Partnerships:** Collaborating with celebrities to create fashion products is a trend that spans across multiple industries, including beauty, tech, and entertainment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Singer-Customized Sneaker Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/billie-eilish-x-converse.md) - [Dynamic Textural Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-force-1-mid-sneaker.md) - [Rapper-Collaborative Textural Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concrete-boys-air-force-1.md) - [Dynamic Collaborative Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loverboy-nike-air-force-1-low.md) - [Butterfly-Motif Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/butterflies-edition.md) - [Paisley Patterned Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-force-1-low-paisley.md) - [Pearlescent Soft Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-pearl-colorway.md) - [Colorful Patchwork Collab Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sambae-sneaker.md) - [Colorful Paneling Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-force-iii-1.md)