# Eco Everyday Sneaker Designs The 'Element 0' Sneakers are Made with Natural and Recycled Materials By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-03-16 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/element-0-sneakers References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/03/15/sustainable-unisex-sneakers-that-are-made-from-recycled-plastic-bottles-and-fishnets/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+yankodesign+%28Yanko+Design+-+Form+Beyond+Function%29) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/juch/element-0-the-everyday-shoe-of-tomorrow?ref=4fo90g) Sneakers often have a wide mix of materials in their construction that make them impossible to recycle and destined for the landfill after use, so the '[Element 0](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aluminum-wine-bottles)' sneakers have been designed as a decidedly more [eco-friendly alternative](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allbirds-remix). The sneakers are constructed using recycled materials as well as natural ones including rubber, [recycled cork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sole-jasper-chukka), corn fiber, natural latex and wool. These materials combine to create a unisex footwear style that is well-suited to a range of activities including walking, running, exercising and more. The 'Element 0' sneakers have been designed by Charles-hugo Dissard and Julia Mbengue, and have a water-repellent design that is also suitable for cleaning in the washing machine. The breathable design of the sneakers will work to keep feet dry at all times during wear. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sustainable Sneaker Design:** Opportunity for shoe manufacturers to incorporate eco-friendly materials and design sneaker styles that are suitable for everyday wear while being environmentally conscious. - **Recycled Material Usage:** The reuse of materials in the production process of sneakers can lead to the creation of new, eco-friendly, and innovation-driven products. - **Functional Footwear:** The development of sneakers that are suitable for a range of physical activities and environments can lead to advances in foot comfort and care aligned with green initiatives. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear Industry:** Shoe manufacturers should leverage eco-friendly materials and designs and incorporate a product line of sustainable sneakers into their existing offerings and expand their brand appeal. - **Fashion Industry:** Sustainable fashion trends should not neglect footwear and offer an incentive for fashion brands to incorporate green materials into the shoe production process. - **Sustainability and Recycling Industry:** The use of recycled materials in footwear production can lead to the development and expansion of a new industry within the circular economy and encourage resource regeneration and conservation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable Running Shoe Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supernatural-runner.md) - [Sustainable Open-Style Sneaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keen-uneek-360.md) - [Breathable Eco-Friendly Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contour-zero.md) - [Sustainable Single-Piece Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-cloudboom-strike-ls.md) - [Compostable Sole Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swave-sport.md) - [Eco Cactus Leather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercer-rerun-sneaker.md) - [Upcycled Cork Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sole-jasper-chukka.md) - [Textile-to-Textile Recycled Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allbirds-remix.md) - [Recyclable Material Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salomon-xt-pure-advanced.md)