# 2000s-Inspired Chunky Sneaker Silhouettes These Eytys Sneakers Strongly Reference Skate Culture By Kalin Ned | Published 2020-03-30 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eytys-sneakers1 References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2020/3/eytys-harmony-spring-summer-2020-sneaker-release-info-white-leather-tumbled-taupe) & [eytys](https://eytys.com/shop/footwear/sneakers/harmony) These Eytys sneakers are bound to capture the attention of style-minded consumers as the footwear offerings for the Spring/Summer 2020 season are rolled out by different brands. Dubbed '[Harmony](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrating-gel),' the Eytys sneakers reference [2000s skate culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-future) and, therefore, deliver with strong ties to nostalgia for many. More specifically, the brand looked at "the overly padded shoes [that are] loved by skateboarders" and used this motif to inform the design. The model is extra-chunky, building on the popularity of [oversized sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stinson-evo-og). The brand makes the silhouette available in two colorways--the 'Leather White' and the 'Tumbled Taupe.' While both boast a full leather upper, the texture of the two versions slightly differs to give consumers the power of choice. The Eytys sneakers are made available to consumers at $310 USD. Image Credit: Eytys ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **2000s-inspired Sneaker Silhouettes:** Opportunity for brands to tap into nostalgia and create footwear designs influenced by 2000s skate culture. - **Chunky Sneakers:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to capitalize on the popularity of oversized sneakers and create extra-chunky models. - **Skate Culture Fashion:** Potential for brands to incorporate skate culture references into their designs and appeal to style-minded consumers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear:** Opportunity for companies in the footwear industry to create and market 2000s-inspired, chunky sneaker silhouettes. - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for the fashion industry to embrace skate culture influences and incorporate them into their collections. - **Sportswear:** Potential for sportswear brands to create sneakers that reference skate culture and cater to the demand for oversized, chunky models. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimal Chunky Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-sneaker.md) - [Chunky Plush Sneaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goldencush.md) - [Y2K-Inspired Luxury Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentino-garavani-1.md) - [Neutral-Colored Y2K Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-p6000-premium.md) - [Nostalgic Millennium Sneaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-v2k-run.md) - [Chunky Base Sneaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-portal-1.md) - [Chunky Archival Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/estazzo.md) - [70s Skate Era-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camino-and-the-coupe.md) - [Striking Oversized Performance Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stinson-evo-og.md)