# Luxurious Calfskin Sneakers These Balenciaga Sneakers Have a Chunky but Breathable Build By Riley von Niessen | Published 2017-06-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-sneaker References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2017/6/balenciaga-triple-s-sneaker-grey-brown-purple) & [bergdorfgoodman](http://www.bergdorfgoodman.com/Balenciaga-Triple-S-Mesh-Leather-Trainer-Sneaker-Gray-Mens/prod129110076_cat550100__/p.prod?ecid=BGAF__ShopStyle+CPC&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=BGAF__ShopStyle+CPC) Recently, a new pair of [Balenciaga](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hike-sneaker) sneakers dropped in time for the summer season, which make for the perfect accessory to laidback ensembles and retro streetwear combinations. Made from [suede](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/action-bronson-x-new-balance-992), calfskin leather, and mesh which helps the uppers to be more [breathable](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906l-magnet), the sneakers are built for both comfort and durability. On the sides of the uppers of the Balenciaga sneakers, the French luxury house's name is featured in embroidered lettering, while additional branding is featured at on the tongues. The colorway is comprised of hues of beige, gray, cream, and lilac -- making for a subtle look that can be easily integrated into virtually any ensemble to add a touch of understated luxuriousness to it. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sustainable Luxury:** The use of environmentally friendly materials combined with luxury can provide a new opportunity for sustainable fashion innovation. - **Athleisure Footwear:** The combination of chunky and breathable sneakers can cater to the growing trend of athleisure wear in fashion and streetwear. - **Minimalist Design:** The use of subtle colors and minimalist designs with luxury materials can provide a new opportunity for understated luxury fashion innovation. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Luxurious suede and calfskin material trends can present new opportunities in high-end fashion design and manufacturing. - **Footwear:** The trend of chunky and breathable sneakers can disrupt the traditional market of sneaker manufacturing and open up new doors for innovative footwear designs. - **Sustainability:** The trend of incorporating sustainable materials in luxury fashion can disrupt the traditional sector that focuses solely on luxury, providing opportunities for sustainable innovation in fashion. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Premium Technical Rugged Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hike-sneaker.md) - [Chic Slim-Fit City Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-city-sneaker.md) - [Dramatically Shaped Luxe Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reptile-sneaker.md) - [Dynamic Fashion-Forward Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basketball-sneaker-1.md) - [Dynamic Pointed Luxe Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reptile-sneaker-1.md) - [Performance-Inspired Designer Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-x-puma.md) - [Banana-Made Luxury Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-4.md) - [Textural Black Leather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-in-uk-2.md) - [Luxurious Stealthy Fashion Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunday-molded-mule.md)