# Upscale Checkered Footwear The Givenchy Pre-Fall Shoe Collection Takes On a Mature Look By Ariel Weber | Published 2013-01-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/givenchy-prefall References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/2013/01/07/givenchy-pre-fall-2013-sneakers/) The [Givenchy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mask-fit-red-cushion) Pre-fall 2013 sneaker collection infuses classy elegance with everyday comfort. As the women's sneaker line gets a bright and paisley patterned upgrade to its shoes, the men's collection is much more subdued and classy. The shoes come in either [high top or slip-on styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gucci-slipon-sneaker). For the more sophisticated type, the [all black matted high tops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-in-uk-2) adorned with a gold clasp has both an urban chic vibe to them that can also be carried through to night time. The other styles comes in a two-toned checkered format that is available in either black and white, brown and black or all black weaved options. None of these prints are too bold or outlandish, which means that any of the sneakers from the Givenchy pre-fall collection would give any casual outfit a classy urban flare. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Classy Sneaker Upgrades:** Opportunity to create more upscale and refined versions of popular sneaker styles. - **Subdued and Elegant Men's Collection:** Potential for designing sophisticated and minimalist sneaker options for men. - **Two-toned Checkered Footwear:** Disruptive innovation potential in creating unique and stylish checkered patterns on sneakers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to create upscale sneaker options for both men and women. - **Footwear:** Potential for footwear companies to introduce more refined and elegant sneaker designs. - **Streetwear:** Opportunity for streetwear brands to incorporate more sophisticated sneaker styles into their collections. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dandyism-Inspired Men's Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lv-buttersoft-sneaker.md) - [Ballet-Inspired Luxury Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shift-sneaker.md) - [Luxe Leather-Lined Plaid Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terrace-sneaker.md) - [Luxury Leather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-tie-20.md) - [Fashion-Forward Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentino-garavani-2.md) - [Ultra-Thin Premium Fashion Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collapse-sneaker.md) - [High-End Sneaker Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viv-on-the-run.md) - [Texturally Elevated Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/club-c-grounds-uk.md) - [Subtly Luxurious Sneaker Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burberry-box-sneakers.md)