# Sleek Soft Foam Mules The California 2.0 Slip-On by Fear of God Has a Soft Base Foundation By Amy Duong | Published 2023-08-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/california-20 References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/fear-of-god-california-2-slip-on-review/) & [fearofgod](https://fearofgod.com/) Streetwear giant [Fear of God](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/86-lo) unveils its latest footwear silhouette for the season in the form of the California 2.0. It is a [soft mule made with foam materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-lightblaze-moc) and is set to join the FOG collection that first launched back in 2018. It is essentially an elevated iteration of the California 1.0, which is a backless slide that was unveiled two years ago. The shoes are have launched online on the Fear of God website joining the brand's [FOG Collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-fear-of-god-athletics-fw25-line) Eight series as of August 23th. It has a sleek silhouette with a single build for a minimal design language. It has a seamless structure with a curved look and embodies a custom XL EXTRALIGHT foam upper. Image Credit: Highsnobiety ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 17% - 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 - **Soft Foam Footwear:** The Fear of God California 2.0 showcases the trend of using soft foam materials in the construction of footwear. - **Elevated Silhouettes:** The California 2.0 is an elevated iteration of a previous design, reflecting the trend of creating upgraded versions of popular styles. - **Minimal Design Language:** The sleek silhouette and single build of the California 2.0 exemplify the trend of minimalistic design in footwear. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Streetwear:** The Fear of God California 2.0 aligns with the streetwear industry's focus on innovative and fashion-forward footwear. - **Footwear:** The use of foam materials in the California 2.0 opens up new opportunities for innovation within the footwear industry. - **Fashion:** The minimal design language of the California 2.0 reflects the current trend towards simplicity and minimalism in the fashion industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pink Fuzzy Slip-On Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calm-mule-1.md) - [Minimal Sculpted Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adifom-iiinfinity-mule.md) - [Luxurious Stealthy Fashion Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunday-molded-mule.md) - [Fuzzy Mule Slip-Ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harbor-mule-slipon.md) - [Hybrid Slip-On Sleek Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mule-loafer.md) - [Fuzzy Plush Clog Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-calm-mule.md) - [Sporty Perforated Slip-On Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foam-clogs.md) - [Sleek Suede Skate Clog-Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harbor-mule-v3.md) - [Effortless Stealthy Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shibui-mule.md)