# Speckled Lava Sneakers The Nike Hot Lava Air Tech Sneakers Draw Inspiration from Volcanoes By M | Published 2015-09-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-tech-sneaker References: [nikeblog](http://www.nikeblog.com/2015/09/16/nike-air-tech-challenge-3-hot-lava/) & [nike](http://www.nike.com/) The [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-air-max-waffle) Air Tech sneakers are available in a unique colorway inspired by hot molten lava with a stylish speckled design. In addition, these [retro sport shoe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-95-big-bubble) feature a bright colors inspired by the aesthetic of erupting volcanos. These [technicolor sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fierce-purple) feature a bold and in-your-face design that begins with a hot pink silhouette that is splattered across the laces, tongue and middle of the shoe with a black hue. The effect replicates the look of a volcano erupting and hot molten lava shooting out sporadically in every direction. The shoes also feature a thick sole, a wider silhouette and a 90s-themed style that reference's Andre Agassi. These sneakers create a bold fashion statement and they'd be ideal to adorn both at the gym or while running errands around the city. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Retro Sport Sneakers:** Opportunity for sports apparel companies to explore 90s-themed styles and bold designs. - **Inspired Colorways:** Opportunity for product designers to incorporate unique and unexpected color inspiration into products. - **Speckled Design:** Opportunity for fashion designers to experiment with unique and textured designs in their products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Sports Apparel:** The sports apparel industry can incorporate retro styles and unique colorways into their product lines to attract customers. - **Product Design:** Product designers can draw inspiration from unexpected sources such as volcanic eruptions to create unique and eye-catching products. - **Fashion:** Fashion designers can experiment with textured and unique designs such as speckled patterns in their clothing and accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrant Technical Running Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-air-max-waffle.md) - [Habanero-Inspired Bold Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-muse.md) - [Neon-Hued Trail Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoka-speedgoat-2.md) - [Tropical-Inspired Sneaker Colorways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peach-and-teal.md) - [Bold Tonal Gradient Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-6.md) - [Leather Overlapping Retro Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-exploraid.md) - [Vibrant Orange Textural Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-step-2.md) - [Neon-Tinged Performance Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-foamposite-one-1.md) - [Bold Spring-Ready Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fierce-purple.md)