# Exclusive GenAI Sneakers Balmain and Ant Kai Used Generative AI to Customize Unicorn Sneakers By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2023-12-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balmain-and-ant-kai References: [galxe](https://galxe.com/Spacerunners/campaign/GC7gBtUArJ) & [twitter](https://twitter.com/Balmain/status/1730270967979765801)  Balmain and Ant Kai teamed up with Space Runners to explore the use of generative AI in sneaker creation. Balmain and Space Runners set out with the intention to offer “unparalleled freedom” to the American artist, who put a unique spin on the luxury brand's Unicorn silhouette. These one-of-a-kind, exclusive Unicorn sneakers can only be found at the brand's recently opened Atlanta flagship, as well as its e-commerce site, and they speak to a younger consumer base. Beyond the way that they artfully play with AI, the luxury sneakers are set up alongside digital collectibles on Polygon. With the assistance of an AI tool, users can step into the shoes of an artist and create their own personalized NFTs. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 20% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 - **Generative AI Sneaker Creation:** Exploration of generative AI in sneaker creation offers unparalleled freedom to artists and attracts a younger consumer base. - **Exclusive One-of-a-kind Sneakers:** Exclusive Unicorn sneakers with unique artistic spin cater to a younger consumer base and are only available at select locations. - **Digital Collectibles and Personalized Nfts:** Integration of AI tool allows users to create personalized NFTs, expanding the market for digital collectibles. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion and Luxury:** Luxury brands adopt generative AI to create exclusive and unique sneaker designs that appeal to younger consumers. - **E-commerce:** Online platforms offer exclusive sneakers and AI tools for personalizing digital collectibles, targeting a tech-savvy consumer base. - **Blockchain and Cryptocurrency:** The integration of personalized NFTs with AI tools opens up new opportunities in the digital collectibles market on blockchain platforms. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Phygital Sneaker Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unicorn.md) - [AI-Generated Footwear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puma-inverse.md) - [AI-Backed Sneaker Design Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airimagination.md) - [Customizable Co-Created Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sneaker-maker.md) - [Luxury Sector-Focused AIs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intelligence-agent-network.md) - [GenAI Eyewear Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/generative-ai-fashion-show.md) - [Dynamic Thigh-High Tech Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voo-store-1.md) - [Digital-World-Based Shoe Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stepn-go-x-adidas-ultraboost.md) - [Indigo-Dyed Exclusive Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelquantum-kinetic.md)