# Lobster-Inspired Sneakers End. & Saucony Draw Inspiration from the Sea to Rework Its Grid 8500 By Amy Duong | Published 2018-05-04 | Updated 2018-05-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grid-8500 References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/5/end-saucony-grid-8500-lobster) & [launches.endclothing](https://launches.endclothing.com/product/end-x-saucony-grid-8500-lobster-s70410-1) U.K. retail label END. worked alongside Massachusetts-based footwear label [Saucony](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystal-cave-sneaker) to rework its signature Grid 8500 sneakers. The two draw inspiration from the sea when giving the silhouette a new makeover, specifically looking to the lobster. The shelled creature is a special delicacy on the East Coast shoreline where Saucony is based. The influence is mainly translated through the colorway, adorned with two tones of orange -- 'Jaffa' and '[Orange Peel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orange-gelee).' The uppers are constructed from a series of different textile materials, including [suede and leather blends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bodega-x-puma). There is also a weathered patina leather used to construct the tongue and collar. The lacing system is finished in blue and the insoles have a claw print to correlate with the lobster theme. The new collaborative reworked Grid 8500 Lobster sneakers will be launching on May 11th. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Ocean-inspired Sneakers:** The collaboration between END. and Saucony showcases the trend of drawing inspiration from the sea in sneaker designs. - **Colorway Innovation:** The two-tone orange colorway of the Grid 8500 Lobster sneakers demonstrates the trend of using unconventional color palettes in footwear. - **Theme-based Collaborations:** The partnership between END. and Saucony highlights the trend of collaborating with different brands to create themed collections. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Footwear:** The sneaker industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by incorporating ocean-inspired designs and unconventional colorways. - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers can capitalize on the trend of theme-based collaborations by partnering with brands to create unique and limited-edition collections. - **Textile and Leather:** The textile and leather industries have a chance to innovate by developing new materials and finishes that mimic the texture and appearance of marine creatures like lobsters. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Comfort Food Casual Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sneaker-junkies-x-adidas.md) - [Trail-Inspired Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/progrid-omni-9-1.md) - [Snack-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lays-x-saucony.md) - [Reptilian-Inspired Bold Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glowaconstrictor.md) - [Naturally Dyed Collaborative Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peregrine-15.md) - [Stealthy Technical Running Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mizuno-wave-rider-10.md) - [Artistic Naturally Dyed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3sixteen-x-saucony-peregrine-15-gesso.md) - [Mushroom-Inspired Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porcini-colorway.md) - [Crystal Cave-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystal-cave-sneaker.md)