# Easter-Inspired Corduroy Sneakers Nike's React Element 87 Boasts an Easter Corduroy Makeover By Amy Duong | Published 2019-04-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easter-corduroy References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2019/4/xylar-studio-nike-react-element-87-easter-corduroy-custom) & [xylar.co](https://xylar.co/collections/frontpage/products/nike-react-element-87-easter-corduroy) Xylar Chan is a sneaker customizer based in Hong Kong and his recent design reworks the signature [React Element 87](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyein-seo-x-nike-ava-rover) by Nike, entitled the 'Easter Corduroy.' The new sneakers take a festive approach as Easter recently passed, also highlighting soft elements with the incorporation of corduroy materials throughout the paneling uppers. The inspiration behind the project is by Sean Wotherspoon -- the designer often reworks bright iterations of Nike silhouettes showcased through his recent [Air Max 1](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentines-day-2025-sneakers) and [Air Max 97s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/something-for-thee-hotties). The Easter Corduroy sneakers are lined with white lambskin and feature easter-themed colors throughout the uppers, including yellow, pale green, blue, peach, and more. The only portion of the original silhouette that remains is the React Element 87 outsole. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 21% | 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 - **Festive Sneaker Designs:** The trend of creating festive-themed sneakers provides an opportunity for brands to capitalize on seasonal celebrations and create limited edition collections. - **Corduroy Materials in Sneaker Design:** The use of corduroy materials in sneaker design offers a unique and fashionable texture, adding a touch of nostalgia and comfort to footwear. - **Customized Sneaker Collaborations:** Collaborations between sneaker customizers and brands allow for innovative and one-of-a-kind designs that cater to niche markets and collectors. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Footwear:** The footwear industry can incorporate festive designs and unique materials into their products to cater to consumers' desire for limited edition and customized sneakers. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can use corduroy materials and seasonal collaborations to create trendy and nostalgic designs across various apparel items, not just sneakers. - **Collectibles:** The collectibles industry can tap into the demand for limited edition and customized sneakers as valuable and sought-after items for enthusiasts and collectors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Holiday-Honoring Pastel Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easter-colorway-1.md) - [Easter-Honoring Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/9975-easter.md) - [Pastel-Tonal Festive Sneaker Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easter-pack-1.md) - [Pastel Easter-Ready Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-adidas-samba-og.md) - [Soft Brown Chunky Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-brown.md) - [Leather Overlapping Retro Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-exploraid.md) - [Festive Crackled Low-Cut Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunk-low-halloween-1.md) - [Multi-Color Spring Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-90-1.md) - [Spring-Ready Collaborative Pastel Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-ishod.md)