# Modular Golden Sneakers The Li-Night Way of Wade Diamond Athletic Shoe Designs Shine and Sparkle By M | Published 2014-10-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/athletic-shoe-designs References: [sneakernews](http://sneakernews.com/2014/10/12/li-ning-way-wade-diamond-golden/) & [li-ning.luhta](http://li-ning.luhta.com/) Sportswear enthusiasts will love the classic, slim and detailed look of the latest Li-Ning Way of Wade Diamond athletic sneaker designs that are ideal for every day wear. These shoes come with a [golden metallic upper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kd-4) that is sure to get you noticed when you're walking down the street. [Metallic sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-90-usa) are a great luxury shoe design for footwear enthusiasts to own because they're perfect for wearing on dressy and special occasions. These shoes come with a [glistening gold fabric high top](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquid-gold-colorway) design coupled with a black interior. Across the side of the shoe is an embossed triangle print that adds a geometric aesthetic to these sleek kicks. The shoes are complete with thick black laces and black soles filled with tiny specks of glitter. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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's Driving This Trend - **Metallic Sneakers:** The trend of metallic sneakers presents an opportunity for footwear brands to create luxury shoe designs that can be worn on dressy and special occasions. - **Athleisure Fashion:** The rise of athleisure fashion provides an opportunity for sportswear brands to create stylish and versatile sneakers that can be worn for everyday wear. - **Geometric Aesthetic:** The trend of incorporating geometric prints into shoe designs offers an opportunity for brands to create sleek and unique kicks that appeal to fashion-forward consumers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Footwear:** The footwear industry can seize the opportunity to innovate by creating new and innovative designs for metallic sneakers and athleisure footwear. - **Sportswear:** Sportswear brands can tap into the athleisure fashion trend by designing stylish and comfortable sneakers that can be worn for both sports and everyday wear. - **Fashion Accessories:** The fashion accessories industry can explore the geometric aesthetic trend by producing shoes with unique geometric prints and designs that stand out in the market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Glittery Pink Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rose-gold-colorway.md) - [Crystal-Encrusted Stealthy Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-moonlight.md) - [Metallic-Tinged Retro Sneaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metallic-gold-1.md) - [Flashy Gold Utilitarian Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zoom-vomero-5-4.md) - [Golden Tinged Basketball Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kd-4.md) - [Slip-On Metallic Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-superfly-moc.md) - [Metallic Indoor Soccer Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquid-gold-colorway.md) - [Metallic Silver-Tinged Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1-low-method-of-make-v3.md) - [Dynamic Sporty Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/falcons-colorway.md)