# Bespoke Chunky Sandals The ECCO ELEVATE Sandals Can Be Easily Dressed Up or Down By Grace Mahas | Published 2020-03-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elevate-sandals References: [ca.ecco](https://ca.ecco.com/en/ecco-elevate-plateau-sandals-209013.html) & [ca.ecco](https://ca.ecco.com/en/ecco-elevate-plateau-sandals-209013.html) With summer on the horizon, premium footwear brand [ECCO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metropole-seoul-derby) has expanded its portfolio with the introduction of the new ELEVATE Sandals that fuse form and function for a versatile summer sandal. Available in two colorways — Black and Merigold — these [chunky sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubble-crush-clog) embrace a timeless elegance with a fashion-forward aesthetic. The ELEVATE Sandals are crafted for a selection of smooth, full-grain leathers or premium goat suede, and provides both comfort and breathability. The integrated ankle strap with a high-shine metal buckle not only provides a contemporary aesthetic but also offers a flexible and supportive fit. The chunky soles, meanwhile, provide plenty of cushioning and shock absorption for all-day comfort and support. The ECCO ELEVATE Sandals are available online and in-stores for $210.00 CAD. Image Credit: ECCO ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Chunky Sandals Fashion:** The trend for chunky sandals like ECCO ELEVATE Sandals presents an opportunity in the fashion industry especially for luxury footwear brands to explore innovative designs. - **Summer Comfort:** The trend towards breathable, comfortable and shock-absorbing sandals provides an opportunity for athletic and outdoor industries to disrupt the market with multipurpose sandals ideal for the summer season. - **Fashion-forward Footwear:** The trend towards fusing form and function in footwear design offers opportunities for footwear brands to create more eco-friendly and sustainable footwear that also has fashion appeal. ### Where This Applies - **Luxury Footwear:** Luxury footwear brands such as ECCO can capitalize on the chunky sandals fashion trend by producing innovative designs that merge form and function. - **Athletic and Outdoor Gear:** The breathable and all-day comfortable qualities of chunky sandals such as the ECCO ELEVATE Sandals make it well-suited for athletic and outdoor gear. Brands in these industries can use this trend to launch multipurpose sandals that cater to both style and functionality. - **Eco-friendly Footwear:** Footwear brands that fuse form and function such as ECCO can take advantage of the fashion-forward trend by creating more eco-friendly and sustainable footwear. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Unique Platform-Style Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platformstyle-sandals.md) - [Elevated Chunky Base Slip-Ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chunky-boston-clog.md) - [Glossy Oversized Buckle Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birkenstock-arizona-big-buckle.md) - [Minimalist Travel Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gewls-chiara-sandal.md) - [Dynamic Chunky Branded Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adilette-22-xlg.md) - [Summer-Ready Comfortable Sandal Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandal-designs.md) - [Textured Buckle Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/off-the-grid-pack.md) - [Versatile Handmade Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handmade-sandals.md) - [Timeless Travel-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandal-collection.md)