# Bulky Sole Unit Sandals FILA Unveils a Disruptor Strappy Sandal Similar to the Sneakers By Amy Duong | Published 2019-05-29 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disruptor-strappy References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/fila-disruptor-strappy-sandal-release-date-price/) & [brownsfashion](https://www.brownsfashion.com/shopping/white-disruptor-strappy-sandals-13509944?fsb=1) Sportswear label [FILA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burger-king-and-fila) introduces the Disruptor Strappy Sandals that is directly modeled after its [Disrupter Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gt2160-sandal) as the summer season quickly approaches. The bulky structure of the silhouette is retained, cut out in areas throughout the uppers to transform it from a sneaker to a sandals design. The forefoot is changed to have a normal tread around the heel area and is complete in the traditional FILA colorway of white, red, and blue. The Disruptor Strappy Sandals sit on top of a [chunky sole unit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bl01) constructed from rubber materials, replicating the original sneaker. The modifications are found at the uppers, where the construction features materials such as white mesh materials accented with a hook and loop fastening enclosure wrapping around the forefoot in the colors red and white for contrast. rounding out the entire sandals is a heel strap for additional security accented with FILA branding. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - 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 - **Bulky Sole Unit Sandals:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Explore new materials and construction techniques to create lightweight yet supportive bulky sole unit sandals. - **Strappy Sandals with Chunky Sole:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Integrate smart technologies into chunky sole units of strappy sandals to provide comfort and enhance user experience. - **Sneakers-inspired Sandals:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Combine the style and comfort of sneakers with the breathability and openness of sandals to create a unique hybrid footwear category. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Sportswear:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Collaborate with fashion designers to create sportswear-inspired products that bridge the gap between fashion and function. - **Footwear:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Experiment with unconventional materials and design elements to redefine the boundaries of footwear aesthetics and functionality. - **Fashion Accessories:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Incorporate sustainable and eco-friendly materials into fashion accessories to meet growing consumer demand for ethical and eco-conscious products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lifestyle Foam-Based Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-sandal.md) - [Hybrid Laced Sneaker Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beach-gazelle.md) - [Retro Sneaker-Inspired Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gt2160-sandal.md) - [Pool Slide Heeled Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flipped-flop.md) - [Denim Cut-Out Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-koko.md) - [Neutral Urban Summer Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shinjuku-sandal.md) - [Roped Collaborative Hybrid Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retropy-sandals.md) - [Unique Platform-Style Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platformstyle-sandals.md) - [Stylish Slide Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-slide.md)