# Anti-Microbial Functional Shoes Metro Brands Introduces Biion Footwear to the Indian Market By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2022-07-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biion References: [indiaretailing](https://www.indiaretailing.com/2022/07/05/retail/metro-brands-introduces-candian-footwear-brand-biion-to-india/) & [metrobrands](https://metrobrands.com/) Metro Brands, a leading Chinese footwear retail chain, has announced the launch of Biion footwear in India. According to a recent press release, the retailer will exclusively sell Biion shoes at [Metro & Mochi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fit-check-by-axe) stores and online at the brand's corresponding e-commerce site. Biion offers a range of athleisure sneakers that are designed to be lightweight, functional, and comfortable while still offering chic styles and fashion-forward design elements. In addition, the shoes come equipped with an anti-microbial technology called 'BioVents.' “We are delighted to partner with a global brand like Biion. In India, consumers are evolving at a fast pace. They are continuing to increase the aspirations for newness and freshness in global brands. With Biion, we aim to expand our existing product range, offering the best quality footwear to the Indian fashion-conscious consumer," said [Nissan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fast-furious-x-puma) Joseph, Chief Executive Officer of [Metro Brands Limited](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/be-right-back). Image Credit: Metro Brands ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Anti-microbial Footwear:** A trend where footwear brands are incorporating anti-microbial technology in shoes to enhance hygiene and cleanliness. - **Athleisure Footwear:** A trend where functional, comfortable, and sporty footwear is being designed to meet the fashion demands of consumers. - **Global Footwear Expansion:** A trend where established footwear brands are expanding their presence in new markets to increase their customer base. ### Who This Affects Most - **Footwear Retail:** Footwear retailers can incorporate anti-microbial technology and invest in athleisure footwear design to meet evolving customer demands. - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers can partner with global footwear brands to expand their product range and offer customers more options in functional and fashionable footwear. - **Anti-microbial Technology:** Companies that develop and manufacture anti-microbial technology can partner with footwear brands to offer their products and services in the footwear industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Movement-Focused Womens Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fitflop.md) - [Digital Footwear Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reebok-impact.md) - [Chunky Trainer Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breeze-sneaker.md) - [3D Metaverse Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ebit.md) - [Indian Athleisure Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superdry.md) - [Breathable Waterproof Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breathable-waterproof-footwear.md) - [functional footwear brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lifestyle-brand-brunch.md) - [Modular Mix-and-Match Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/commbi.md) - [Apparel Brand Industry Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reebok-e-bike.md)