# Luxe Suede-Constructed Sneakers PUMA Reworks Two Fresh Iterations of the Basket Sneaker Model By Amy Duong | Published 2019-08-13 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sneaker References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2019/7/puma-basket-low-black-white-blue-suede-shoe-release-365944-08-09) & [atmos-tokyo](https://www.atmos-tokyo.com/items/365944-09) [PUMA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palermo-denim) recently unveiled two updated iterations of the classic Basket sneaker model, with the new suede outers as the most notable element. The first sneaker retains the classic low-top silhouette in the colorway option of black and off-white constructed from paneling suede materials at the uppers and wrapped around the toe area. Branding details arrive in contrasting gold details, accompanied by tonal laces and a sole informed by cream hues. To round off the design are the [textured side stripes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunk-low-panda-1). The second sneaker is a mid-top structure also constructed from suede and contrasting gold details across the uppers. The two updated [suede Basket sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-suede) are now available to shop online at select retailers including atmos. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## 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 - **Suede Sneaker Trend:** The rise of suede-constructed sneakers presents an opportunity for footwear brands to offer luxurious and stylish options for consumers. - **Classic Silhouette Update:** Updating classic sneaker models with new materials like suede allows brands to attract both new and existing customers with a fresh take on timeless styles. - **Premium Branding and Details:** Including contrasting gold details and textured side stripes on sneakers adds a premium touch that can enhance the overall brand positioning and appeal to fashion-forward consumers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear Industry:** The suede sneaker trend presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for footwear brands to capitalize on the demand for luxurious and fashionable sneakers. - **Fashion Retail Industry:** Updating classic sneaker models with suede and premium details creates new opportunities for fashion retailers to attract customers looking for stylish and unique footwear options. - **Brand Positioning Industry:** By incorporating premium details like contrasting gold accents and textured side stripes, brands can disrupt the market and position themselves as providers of high-quality, fashion-forward sneakers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Custom Suede Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bodega-x-puma.md) - [Retro Denim-Crafted Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palermo-denim.md) - [Retro Indoor Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/king-indoor.md) - [Collaborative Bold Sneaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puma-and-salehe.md) - [Sleek Leather Retro Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-speedcat.md) - [Monochromatic Suede Layered Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunk-low-sneaker-3.md) - [Luxurious Textured Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suede-mocha.md) - [Textural Black Leather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-in-uk-2.md) - [Performance-Inspired Designer Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-x-puma.md)