# Boldly Designed Zipped Sneakers Nike Breathes Life Back to its Air Max Sunder Sneaker By Amy Duong | Published 2024-06-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-sunder References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/nike-kids-of-immigrants-air-max-sunder/)  [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-sndr) has recently been dropping teasers of the [Air Max Sunder's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-sunder-1) return -- the sneaker model was seen three years ago as a part of the [Comme des Garçons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-tl-25) collaboration. Now, it is confirmed that the re-launch is happening and it will be weatherized. The GORE-TEX iteration is a sturdy update of the retro-tinged silhouette and zipper on the top. These were first seen in a video by FDfromthefuture, a London-based content creator. The shoes are reimaged with a bold patterning overlaying the upper on both sides of the shoe. It features blue tones and a gridded detail that compliments the gradient tone that decorates the upper -- it blends from a bright pink tone into a darker purple. Image Credit: Nike ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 7.5/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 25% - 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) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Weatherized Footwear:** The inclusion of GORE-TEX in sneakers highlights the push towards durable, all-weather shoe options. - **Bold Pattern Overlays:** Nike's use of bold patterning on classic silhouettes showcases the market's appetite for highly unique and visually engaging footwear. - **Gradient Color Blends:** Gradient color schemes, blending bright and dark tones, reflect a growing trend towards more dynamic and eye-catching aesthetic designs in fashion. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Design:** The emphasis on bold patterns and gradient blends suggests a shift towards more adventurous and visually complex designs. - **Weatherproof Materials:** The use of GORE-TEX in footwear indicates a disruptive move towards integrating advanced weatherproof materials in everyday wear. - **Content Creation:** Sneaker teasers from influencers like FDfromthefuture highlight the rising influence of digital content creators in product marketing. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Weatherproof Lightweight Zipped Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-sndr.md) - [Pink Gradient Zipped Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-sunder-1.md) - [Layered Weatherized Breathable Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goretex-nike-air-max-90.md) - [Slingback-Heel Zipped Sneaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-craze-1.md) - [Futuristic Layered Sneaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-portal.md) - [Monochromatic Metallic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-90-usa.md) - [Spring-Ready Stealthy Joint Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-dn.md) - [Monochromatic Patterned Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thunderstorm-colorway.md) - [Futuristic Sneaker Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-air-max-dn8.md)