# Monochrome Platform Sneakers The 'Ace' Eytys Sneakers Pair a Sleek Modern Upper with a Thick Sole By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-08-23 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eytys-sneakers References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/2016/08/19/eytys-ace) & [eytys](http://www.eytys.com/?dvg) The 'Ace' is the latest release from Eytys sneakers. In order to make this known, the Stockholm-based brand shows off its name on the side of the uppers to make the high level of quality clear, with the word appearing subtly in a series of perforations. The majority of the models are [monochromatic in colorway](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mostro-3d-1), however a few stray from this with a beige rubber sole that contrasts against the one-toned upper. The Eytys sneakers are made with a sleek leather, making the designs especially versatile due to their all-round minimalist and modern look. What differs the Ace Eytys sneakers from other tennis shoes is their [thick sole](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breeze-sneaker) that makes them slightly reminiscent of the iconic Rihanna and [PUMA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mostro-sneaker-1) collaboration. Although similar, the make of the Ace Eytys sneakers are less obviously branded and don't make use of suede. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## 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 - **Monochrome Sneakers:** Fashion brands can explore monochrome design for their products for a modern and sleek look. - **Perforated Sneaker Branding:** Sneaker brands can incorporate subtle perforated branding on their products for a unique touch. - **Thick Sole Sneakers:** Sneaker companies can experiment with thick soles on their designs to offer something distinctive. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Fashion companies can apply the trend of monochrome and perforated branding to their sneakers to offer a unique and modern look. - **Footwear:** Footwear companies can experiment with thick soles to create new and innovative designs. - **Retail:** Retailers can explore offering monochrome sneakers with unique branding and thick soles for a fresh offering to customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Monochromatic Slim Leather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mostro-sneaker-1.md) - [Monochrome Performance Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skope-black-leather.md) - [Stealthy Monochromatic Court Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/killshot-2-sneaker.md) - [Monochromatic Performance Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invincible-x-on-cloudmonster-2.md) - [Sleek Monochromatic Hiking Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tor-summit-2-sneaker.md) - [Ultra-Slick Tennis Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tennis-20-sneakers.md) - [Stealthy Blacked Out Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-verse.md) - [Collaborative Sleek Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puma-speedcat.md) - [Sophisticated Monotonal Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stan-smith-freizeit.md)