# Breathable Plant-Based Sneakers The 'Drizzle' Sneaker from Drip Design is Made with TENCEL By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-06-22 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drizzle-sneaker References: [thegadgetflow](https://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/drip-design-studio-drizzle-hybrid-sneaker-naturally-1point7x-lighter-than-running-shoes/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+thegadgetflow+%28Gadget+Flow%29) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/721009901/drizzle-a-tree-based-shoe-made-17x-lighter-than-sneakers?ref=dsopgu&utm_source=GadgetFlow&utm_campaign=GadgetFlow) The 'Drizzle' sneaker is an [eco-friendly footwear option](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ripple-shoe) from Drip Design that will provide wearers with a distinctly more sustainable take on the classically casual shoe style. The shoes are crafted using a blend of TENCEL material that's sourced from trees and are thus far more eco-friendly when compared to synthetic alternatives on the market. The shoes maintain a lightweight construction that is rated to be 1.7-times lighter than other sneakers with a weight of just 6.7-ounces. The 'Drizzle' sneaker comes in several color options to choose from and are paired with an activated charcoal-infused insole that will help to prevent odors from building up. This will allow for sock-free wear, while the sole of the shoe is achieved with [plant-based core materials and recycled rubber](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swave-sport). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Plant-based Footwear:** Opportunity to create plant-based materials for footwear that can reduce the overall carbon footprint of the fashion industry. - **Eco-friendly Sneakers:** Opportunity to increase demand for eco-friendly and sustainable footwear that caters to environmentally conscious consumers. - **Activated Charcoal Shoe Inserts:** Opportunity to innovate shoe inserts using activated charcoal to provide odor protection and freshness for sock-free wear. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Industry:** Opportunity for the fashion industry to capitalize on consumer demand for sustainable and eco-friendly footwear options. - **Athletic Shoe Industry:** Opportunity for the athletic shoe industry to embrace eco-friendly materials and create sustainable sneaker options for consumers. - **Personal Care Industry:** Opportunity for the personal care industry to develop and market activated charcoal shoe inserts for odor protection and freshness. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable Single-Piece Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-cloudboom-strike-ls.md) - [Sustainable Running Shoe Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supernatural-runner.md) - [Compostable Sole Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swave-sport.md) - [Sustainable Open-Style Sneaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keen-uneek-360.md) - [All-Natural Canvas Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canvas-piper.md) - [Breathable Eco-Friendly Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contour-zero.md) - [Eco Cactus Leather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercer-rerun-sneaker.md) - [Petroleum Product-Free Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ripple-shoe.md) - [Bio-Circular Trail Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/norda-001a.md)