# Perforated Leather High-Tops The CLAE Baylor Sneakers for Fall 2010 Are Modern 'Thriller' Kicks By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2010-07-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clae-baylor-sneakers References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2010/07/24/clae-baylor-sneakers-fall-2010/) & [clae](http://www.clae.com/) If the late, great Michael Jackson were alive today and decided to remake 'Thriller,' the [CLAE Baylor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/appleskin) sneakers for Fall 2010 are the kicks I could see him sporting in the video. Their neoprene collar is soft and flexible -- perfect for executing those [high kicks and side-to-side slides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basketball-sneaker-1) -- and the custom molded footbed ensures comfort take after take. Although we unfortunately won't see the King of Pop in the CLAE Baylor sneakers, we can channel his image by rocking these sneaks in his place. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Modern High-top Sneakers:** Create innovative and comfortable high-top sneaker designs targeted at sneakerheads and Michael Jackson enthusiasts alike. - **Neoprene Collar Shoes:** Incorporate neoprene in shoe designs to increase flexibility and improve performance for dancers and athletes alike. - **Custom Molded Footbeds:** Develop custom molded footbeds for sneakers to provide maximum comfort and support during high-intensity activities. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear Industry:** As the sneaker market continues to expand, brands can focus on creating unique designs with innovative features that appeal to sneaker enthusiasts and athletes alike. - **Athletic Apparel Industry:** Develop neoprene-infused athletic apparel that enhances flexibility, mobility and comfort while enabling high-intensity workouts and performances. - **Dancewear Industry:** Incorporate neoprene in dance shoes to provide flexibility and support during complex dance routines. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Greyscale Leather Speckled Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fear-colorway-1.md) - [Loafer-Sneaker Hybrid Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-croc.md) - [Basketball-Shaped Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-baller.md) - [Dynamic Fashion-Forward Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basketball-sneaker-1.md) - [Collaborative Sci-Fi Series Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clarks-x-stranger-things.md) - [Functional Contemporary Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reebok-x-white-mountaineering.md) - [Croc Leather Sneaker-Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-croc.md) - [Autumnal Aerodynamic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dfranklin-aero-sneakers.md) - [Sleek Moccasin Sneaker Hybrids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walla-eden-lo.md)