# World Map-Themed Leather Shoes atmos & ASICS' Joint Gel-Lyte 3 Sneakers Boast Heavy Graphics By Amy Duong | Published 2018-12-19 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gellyte-3 References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/atmos-asics-gel-lyte-3-world-map-release-date-price-info/) & [43einhalb](https://www.43einhalb.com/asicstiger-x-atmos-gel-lyte-iii-worldmap-247881) Tokyo-based label atmos works in conjunction with footwear brand ASICS on a [collaborative 'Gel-Lyte 3' sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelkiril-3) for the season. The joint footwear model is complete in a special [all-over design pattern](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelventure-6-1) that represents the world map. The main design inspiration is drawn from the macro-perspective of the globe, giving it the colorway name of 'World Map.' The Gel-Lyte 3 World Map sneakers are constructed from premium leather over the uppers before it is heavily printed with the world map entirely. The color palette mainly highlights hues of [light blue as the foundation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gt2160-sneaker-4), representing the oceans. There are also hits of green, beige, black, and pink, recalling the different lands and contrasting details. The lacing system takes on a patterning rope aesthetics and the entire silhouette rests atop of a rubber tooling system. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## 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 - **Collaborative Sneaker Designs:** The collaborative 'Gel-Lyte 3' sneakers by atmos and ASICS demonstrate the trend of fashion brands partnering to create unique footwear designs. - **Graphic Print Shoes:** The all-over world map design on the Gel-Lyte 3 sneakers reflects the trend of graphic prints in footwear, providing opportunities for bold and visually appealing shoe designs. - **Macro-inspired Colorways:** The use of light blue, green, beige, black, and pink in the World Map sneakers showcases the trend of drawing color inspiration from macro-perspectives, opening up possibilities for unique and eye-catching color combinations. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore more collaborations between brands to create innovative footwear designs that combine unique aesthetics. - **Footwear:** The footwear industry can capitalize on the trend of graphic prints by incorporating visually striking patterns and designs on their products. - **Textile Printing:** The textile printing industry can take advantage of the trend of macro-inspired prints by offering customized printing services for fashion and footwear brands, allowing them to create distinct visual designs on their products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Glowing Luminous Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelkayano-14-4.md) - [Weatherized Sleek Collaborative Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelterrain.md) - [Minimal Earth Toned Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelk1011.md) - [Nature-Inspired Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ub10s-gelkayano-20.md) - [Dynamic Aqua-Tonal Joint Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelkayano-20.md) - [Collaborative Textual Patchwork Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gazelle-85.md) - [Dessert-Inspired Tonal Sneaker Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banana-split-pack.md) - [Gorpcore Performance Gritty Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xt6-goretex-concrete-jungle.md) - [Stealthy All-Black Durable Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelyeti-tokyo-hi-gtx.md)