# Retro Gingham Sneakers Undercover Brings Back the 'Chaos/Balance' Motif for Its New Sneaker Line By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2015-05-28 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gingham-sneakers References: [pausemag](http://pausemag.co.uk/undercover-springsummer-2015-chaosbalance-sneakers/) & [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2015/5/undercover-checkerboard-chaos-balance-sneakers) Undercover is set to release a two-piece collection of gingham sneakers for the S/S '15 season. The shoes were designed by the Japanese brand's head designer Jun Takahashi and the gingham sneakers feature the "Chaos/Balance" motif the Undercover brand has come to be known for. Unlike the earlier "Chaos/Balance" sneakers, these shoes feature bold font down the tongues of each sneaker. In black lettering, the words "chaos" and "balance" are placed against a tongue's crisp white backdrop. Juxtaposed with the sneaker's retro print, these shoes are the perfect mix of street and chic style. Offered in a low-top silhouette, the Undercover's S/S '15 sneakers feature an old-school gingham print with the wearer's choice of blue or black. Sneaker enthusiasts can expect to find Takahashi's latest creation at Net-A-Porter, End.Clothing and other Undercover stockists. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Retro Sneaker Revival:** The resurgence of retro sneakers presents an opportunity for brands to incorporate nostalgic designs into their offerings. - **Bold Typography:** The use of bold font on sneakers opens up possibilities for brands to make a statement with their designs. - **Mixing Street and Chic:** The blending of streetwear and high-fashion styles allows brands to tap into a diverse consumer base looking for unique fashion choices. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers can capitalize on the demand for retro sneakers by stocking brands that offer nostalgic designs. - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Footwear manufacturers have the opportunity to incorporate bold typography into their sneaker designs to attract customers seeking unique styles. - **Streetwear Fashion:** Streetwear fashion brands can leverage the trend of blending street and chic styles to create innovative and distinctive clothing pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [All-Over Patterned Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anarchy-is-the-key.md) - [Collaborative Gingham-Covered Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelventure-6-1.md) - [Patterned Textural Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906r-sneaker-6.md) - [Graphic Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-otw-x-undercover.md) - [Collaborative 90s-Era Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-x-mita-sneakers-mt580.md) - [Collaboration Monochromatic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comme-des-garons-homme-x-new-balance-860v2.md) - [Fusion Sporty Loafer Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ganni-x-new-balance-1906l.md) - [Polka-Dotted Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906r-sneaker-5.md) - [Sashiko Stitched Intricate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sashiko-gals.md)