# Sneaker-Sandal Hybrids Rihanna's FENTY PUMA Introduced the Avid Trainers in Time for Summer By Amy Duong | Published 2018-04-02 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avid-trainers References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/fenty-puma-by-rihanna-avid-trainer-ss18/) & [us.puma](http://us.puma.com/en_US/home?locale=en_US&mktID=PL:Brand) Rihanna's fashion label FENTY [PUMA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avanti) is preparing to launch the Avid Trainers just in time for the summer season. The brand-new footwear silhouette is a hybrid of a sneaker and a pair of sandals, making them perfect for an easy transition into the hot temperatures to come. The new Avid Trainers are showcased in two colorways -- a teal and orange colorway and a black and white colorway with red accents. FENTY PUMA's new seasonal footwear takes on a cut-out detail at the forefoot and has details of a [bungee-style lacing system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xa-pro-3d-amphib). The outsoles draw an inspiration from hiking trails, providing high-traction grip with every step. The Avid Trainers are a part of FENTY PUMA by Rihanna's Spring/Summer 2018 capsule and dropped March 30th at PUMA retailers and online. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Celeb Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/celebfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sneaker-sandal Hybrids:** With the rise of athleisure and comfort-focused fashion, there is an opportunity for brands to create more innovative and stylish sneaker-sandal hybrids. - **Cut-out Footwear:** The trend of cut-out details in footwear presents an opportunity for brands to experiment with new designs and create unique and functional shoes. - **Bungee-style Lacing:** Bungee-style lacing systems offer convenience and ease of use, allowing brands to explore innovative ways to incorporate this feature into various types of footwear. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** In the fashion industry, there is room for disruptive innovation in the development of hybrid footwear that combines comfort, style, and functionality. - **Athletic Footwear:** The athletic footwear industry can seize the opportunity to create sneaker-sandal hybrids that cater to the needs of athletes and fitness enthusiasts, providing them with versatile and performance-driven footwear options. - **Outdoor Recreation:** The outdoor recreation industry can explore the trend of cut-out footwear and bungee-style lacing to create innovative hiking shoes and sandals that offer enhanced breathability, comfort, and convenience for outdoor enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dramatic Textural Joint Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avanti-pony-hair.md) - [Sleek Collaborative Retro Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avanti-ls.md) - [Hybrid Laced Sneaker Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beach-gazelle.md) - [Film-Centric Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smurfs-collection.md) - [Summer-Ready Woven Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watercat-sneaker.md) - [Coquette Hybrid Sneaker Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelquantum-360-viii-2.md) - [AI-Generated Footwear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puma-inverse.md) - [Low-Profile Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunset-sneaker.md) - [Effortless Stealthy Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shibui-mule.md)