# Modernized Sneaker Re-interpretations The Adidas 'Conductor Hi-Defense' Shoes Are Re-makes By Jordy E | Published 2012-11-30 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conductor-hidefense References: [nylonguysmagazine.tumblr](http://www.nylonguysmagazine.tumblr.com/post/36697213739/adidas-originals-conductor-hi-sneaker) & [adidas](http://www.adidas.com) The [Adidas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-samba-og-cordura) 'Conductor Hi Defense' sneakers are modeled after the 1987-made 'Conductor Hi' pairs of [basketball shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clotxadidaspromodel). Sports and menswear enthusiasts have been known to covet the classic and in many ways timeless style, adding to the hype surrounding today's release of the product. The Conductor Hi Defenses have been updated with a series of practical elements. [Water-resistant fabrics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goretex-gazelle) are matched here with reflective fabrics, protective rubber soles and water-resistant fabrics, shielding the Adidas product from an array of harmful weather elements. The blue and orange on black color scheme can moreover match a vast assortment of male ensembles, making the high top design all the more appropriate for men, irregardless of the present season. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Retro Revisions:** The trend of modernized versions of classic products is useful for attracting consumers who prefer vintage styles while still providing improvements in functionality and durability. - **Functionality Focus:** The focus on practical elements in fashion products is an innovative way to differentiate products in a crowded industry and meet consumer demand for versatile clothing that can withstand various weather elements. - **Color Coordination:** The trend of matching color schemes to a wide variety of ensembles is a helpful innovation to provide customers with versatile clothing that can be worn with a variety of outfits for different occasions. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can capitalize on modernizing classic styles with practical elements to differentiate products and appeal to consumers looking for retro, yet functional clothing. - **Sportswear:** The sportswear industry can use the trend of modernized classic products to create high-performance shoes that are both fashionable and functional for athletes. - **Menswear:** The menswear industry can take advantage of the trend of versatile color schemes to create clothing that can be worn in a variety of settings, from casual to formal, and still coordinate well. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Durable Sneaker Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-samba-og-cordura.md) - [Juxtaposing Dynamic Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adistar-cushion.md) - [Reinterpreted Sustainable Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/refound-collection.md) - [Organic Sleek Avant-Garde Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contranatural.md) - [Rugged Winter-Ready Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-forum-low-goretex.md) - [Refined Achived Sneaker Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-6.md) - [Revived Dynamic Running Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adistar-cushion-3.md) - [Reimagined Lifestyle Sporty Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/predator-freestyle.md) - [Minimalist Slip-On Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f50-silver-metallic.md)