# Racer-Collaborative Blue Sneakers Lewis Hamilton and Dior Present a Joint Chunky Sneaker By Amy Duong | Published 2024-05-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chunky-sneaker-1 References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/lewis-hamilton-dior-sneakers-2024/)  Lewis Hamilton continues to work with luxury fashion house Dior on a chunky sneaker model for the season. Hamilton previously highlighted the Dior sweater during the Monaco Grand Prix and the unreleased sneakers are bound to turn heads. It has a skate-centric design with a stacked base foundation. Notably, it is defined by its rich blue tone throughout the silhouette. Resting under the blue tones, the Dior sneaker is backed by technical skate accents as well including the chunky double tongues with a sturdy base under the foot. The shoe is continued by comfortable padding around the collar for support with every step. Rounding out the shoe are the branding details in the form of a hangtag and along the midsole. Image Credit: @indegoblack ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 24% - 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Luxury-athlete Collaborations:** High-profile partnerships between athletes and luxury brands are producing exclusive fashion items that attract both sports and fashion enthusiasts. - **Chunky Sneaker Revival:** Chunky, skate-inspired sneakers are making a comeback, appealing to consumers looking for both style and robust design. - **Technical Skatewear Elements:** Incorporating technical features from skatewear into mainstream fashion allows for elevated durability and performance in everyday footwear. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Luxury Fashion:** The high-end fashion sector is increasingly integrating sports influences, broadening market appeal and boosting brand exclusivity. - **Athletic Footwear:** The athletic footwear industry is seeing innovative designs merging style with function, driven by collaborations with fashion brands. - **Streetwear:** Streetwear brands are leveraging technical skate elements to offer more practical and stylish options, capitalizing on the trend of urban fashion. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Race Car Pilot Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-x-lewis-hamilton.md) - [Chunky Luxe Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-chrono.md) - [Athlete-Joined High Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/afrofuturism-1.md) - [Chunky Logo-Adorned Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/b33.md) - [Court-Inspired Sneaker Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-roadie.md) - [Chic Skater Style Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-b9s-sneakers.md) - [Limited Motorsport Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cadillac-f1-team-x-nike.md) - [Mohair-Laced Luxe Ski Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ski-boot-1.md) - [Collaborative Vibrant Sneaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rc56-sneaker.md)