# Fall-Ready Plaid High-Tops Converse’s Plaid High-Tops are Perfect for the Season By Ell Smith | Published 2018-10-08 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converses-plaid References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/9/converse-chuck-taylor-all-star-70-hi-plaid-pack) & [featuresneakerboutique](https://www.featuresneakerboutique.com/blogs/feature-sneaker-boutique/converse-chuck-taylor-all-star-70-hi-plaid-pack-available-now) Fall is fast approaching and consumers can show off their seasonal fashions with the release of [Converse's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-flannel-chuck-70) Plaid high-tops, which arrive in four colorways that are perfect for that back to school look. The [classic shoe silhouette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-1) has been updated with an elegant plaid colorway, making for a shoe to add to one's rotation that's sure to elevate any look. The styles arrive in fur colorways: Available in olive, burgundy, navy and black, offering something to fit anyone's aesthetic. The shoes feature a white chunky sole and white laces, adding a unique contrast to the bold design pattern that adorns the rest of the shoe. Both retro and stylish, Converse's Plaid high-tops are available in-store and online. Image Credit: Features Sneakers ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 - **Seasonal Plaid Fashion:** The release of Converse's Plaid high-tops offers an opportunity for other fashion brands to incorporate plaid patterns into their seasonal footwear designs. - **Elevated Shoe Silhouettes:** The elegant plaid colorway of Converse's high-tops demonstrates the potential for other shoe brands to update classic silhouettes with bold and eye-catching designs. - **Chunky Soles and Bold Designs:** The white chunky sole and contrast of the bold plaid design on Converse's high-tops create an opportunity for footwear brands to experiment with unique and attention-grabbing elements. ### Who This Affects Most - **Footwear:** The release of Converse's Plaid high-tops highlights the potential for other footwear brands to tap into the market demand for seasonal and fashionable designs. - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers can take advantage of the popularity of plaid patterns by incorporating them into their product offerings and marketing campaigns. - **Online Retail:** The availability of Converse's Plaid high-tops both in-store and online showcases the importance for online retailers to offer a wide range of trendy and seasonally relevant products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spring-Ready Textural Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stssy-and-converse.md) - [Festive Bold Court Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shai-001-winter-red.md) - [Weatherized Breathable High-Top Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-1.md) - [Romantic Seasonal Sneaker Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-chucks-in-love.md) - [Villainess-Inspired High Tops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poppy-pink.md) - [TV-Inspired Classic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-converse.md) - [Heritage Utility Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-1908-bronco.md) - [Stealthy All-Black Collaborative Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geo-forma-boot.md) - [Canvas Slip-On Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kung-fu-slipon.md)