# Chunky Bejeweled Sneakers Gucci's SEGA Silhouette is Constructed with Mixed Materials By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-05-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bejeweled-sneakers References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/gucci-sega-crystal-sneaker-release-price/#slide-5) & [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/gucci/?utm_source=ig_embed) It's the exquisite combination of radically different materials that made [Gucci's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shift-sneaker) ultra-bulky bejeweled sneakers a highlight in the Fall/Winter 2018 presentation. The shoe design takes cues from outdoorsy footwear with its [chunky and durable sole](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noir-kei), as well as from runners with its meshy interior, casual shoes with the suede hits and luxurious high-fashion with a strappy crystal band that goes dramatically across the silhouette. The haute couture label offers its bejeweled sneakers for men and women in a variety of colorways, "including a multi-colored iteration and an all-white version." It may come as no surprise that these ultra-luxe bejeweled sneakers will be quick to sell out due to their incredibly engaging mixed-material use and their effortless statement-making exterior. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Mixed-material Footwear:** The use of radically different materials in footwear presents opportunities for unique design aesthetics and enhanced functionality. - **Statement-making Sneakers:** Designing sneakers that combine fashion and function through bold and attention-grabbing designs can create a lucrative market niche. - **Unisex Luxury Sneakers:** Creating designer sneakers that cater to both men and women can expand the potential consumer base and increase sales. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Manufacturing companies can explore the use of mixed materials and bold designs to create unique and in-demand footwear. - **Fashion Design:** Designers can experiment with unconventional and bold materials to create high-end sneakers that cater to a fashion-forward audience. - **Luxury Retail:** Luxury retailers can target a wider and more diverse range of consumers by catering to both men and women with high-end unisex sneaker collections. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ballet-Inspired Luxury Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shift-sneaker.md) - [Futuristic Sandal Hybrid Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versace-mercury.md) - [Dazzling Crystal-Covered Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-x-swarovski-chuck-70-de-luxe-squared.md) - [Chunky Plush Sneaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goldencush.md) - [Chunky Collaborative Fashionable Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-and-y3.md) - [Bold Chunky Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ugg-ca805.md) - [Minimalist Sock-Like Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gucci-slipon-sneaker.md) - [Crystal-Encrusted Stealthy Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-moonlight.md) - [Stunning Designer-Backed Shoe Revamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danielle-guizio1.md)