# Comfortable Healthcare Worker Footwear Clove Makes Footwear for Healthcare Professionals By Ell Smith | Published 2023-12-19 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/footwear-for-healthcare-professionals References: [goclove](https://goclove.com/pages/our-story)  Clove makes footwear for [healthcare professionals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenir-1) and has introduced two exceptional models – the Clove Forte and the Clove Alto – to elevate the experience of those who work tirelessly on their feet. Clove's founder, Joe Ammon, drew inspiration from his wife Tamara's journey through nursing school. Witnessing the physical and mental toll of healthcare, Joe envisioned a modern sneaker that doesn't compromise on style or functionality. The Clove Forte marries the comfort and stability of SuperCush with the [easy-to-clean](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birki-flow) Clarino microfiber upper of the original Clove Classic. The slip-on, slip-off design ensures convenience for individuals with demanding schedules. Stepping up the game, the Clove Alto takes comfort and stability to new heights by incorporating an all-new ripstop upper for [enhanced breathability](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/running-vest-clog). Image Credit: Clove ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 19% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Comfortable Healthcare Worker Footwear:** Clove introduces two exceptional models, the Clove Forte and Clove Alto, to elevate the experience of healthcare professionals. - **Supercush and Clarino Microfiber Upper:** Clove Forte combines the comfort of SuperCush with the easy-to-clean Clarino microfiber upper, offering healthcare workers a stylish and functional sneaker. - **Ripstop Upper for Enhanced Breathability:** Clove Alto takes comfort and stability to new heights with the incorporation of an all-new ripstop upper, providing healthcare professionals with enhanced breathability. ### Who This Affects Most - **Healthcare:** Clove's healthcare footwear innovation caters to the specific needs of healthcare professionals. - **Footwear:** Clove's introduction of exceptional models creates disruptive potential within the footwear industry for healthcare workers. - **Fashion:** Clove's innovative healthcare footwear combines style and functionality, disrupting the fashion industry within the healthcare sector. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Comfort-Centric Ultra-Stylish Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultrastylish-footwear.md) - [Workout Recovery Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vktry-recovery-clog.md) - [Comfortable Casual Lifestyle Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casual-lifestyle-shoe.md) - [Comfortable Spring-Forward Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clarks-offers-spring-comfort.md) - [Performance Clog Innovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/originals-clog-2420.md) - [Premium Fashion-Forward Slippers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mave-chez.md) - [Comfort-Focused Fashion Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/free-people-x-dr-scholls.md) - [Comfort-Driven Stylish Men's Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deming-recovery.md) - [Movement-Focused Womens Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fitflop.md)