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# Ergonomic Neutral-Toned Slides
adidas Debuts the 'Adilette 22' in 'Carbon/Aluminum'

By Kanesa D | Published 2022-07-22 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbon-aluminum
References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/7/adidas-originals-adilette-22-carbon-aluminium-release-information) & [adidas](https://www.adidas.ca/en)

adidas ‘Adilette 22’ has returned in a new ‘Carbon/Aluminum’ colorway for the summer, drawing comparisons between the adidas-designed slides and Kanye West’s YEEZY label. The new ‘Adliette’ colorway is reminiscent of the [YEEZY FOAM](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yeezy-800) RNNR in ‘MXT Moon Grey,’ offering a more accessible alternative to the widely popular silhouette. The slide boasts a recycled body decorated with 3D topography and martian expeditions, opting for ‘Carbon’ and ‘Aluminum’ shades to accentuate the rippled Earth-like properties of the shoe.

[adidas’](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adifom-iiinfinity-mule) “THE BRAND WITH THE THREE STRIPES” branding can be found on the lateral side of the sole, in addition to a small Trefoil logo. Interested parties can visit [Asphalt Gold](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taekwondo-sneaker) and adidas’ website on July 25 to purchase the ‘Adilette 22’ in ‘Carbon/Aluminum.’

Image Credit: Asphalt Gold

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.8/10
- Popularity: 43% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 12%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Eco-friendly Footwear:** Using recycled materials for footwear could be a disruptive innovation opportunity.
- **Affordable YEEZY Alternative:** Creating more affordable alternatives to popular footwear could be a disruptive innovation opportunity.
- **Ergonomic Design:** Developing ergonomic design for footwear could be a disruptive innovation opportunity.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Fashion:** The fashion industry could explore using more sustainable and eco-friendly materials to create footwear.
- **Athletic Footwear:** The athletic footwear industry could create more affordable alternatives to popular and expensive sneakers.
- **Footwear Design:** The footwear design industry could develop new ergonomic designs for a more comfortable customer experience.

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