# Lavish Footwear Editorials This Lookbook Pays Homage to a Pair of 80s-Inspired Gucci Sneakers By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-07-29 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gucci-sneakers1 References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/gucci-ultrapace-release-date-price/#slide-3) & [gucci](https://www.gucci.com/ca/en/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIxbjHmb7a4wIVBdvACh28eQIoEAAYASAAEgJM0fD_BwE) The Ultrapace is a pair of 80s-inspired [Gucci](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shift-sneaker) sneakers. The construction of the footwear is incredibly luxurious — a worthy addition to the impeccable and design-driven offerings of the [luxe fashion house](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-tie-20). The upper of the Ultrapace shoes boast a mixed-material approach that utilizes "Tejus printed leather, leather, suede, metallic leather, and Lavaredo fabric." For a more artisanal touch, the Gucci sneakers also have a hand-colored midsole, while the classy status is communicated through a variation of logo embellishments. The Ultrapace is expected to launch on August 7th. The footwear is going to retail for $700 USD. Meanwhile, tribute is paid to the stylish Gucci sneakers through an attention-captivating editorial that taps lavish Baroque sensibilities, [retro aesthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sons-rogue-baseline-hi-top-tan), and the ethos of the fashion-forward artist. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Luxury Footwear:** With the continuous demand for high-end and fashion-forward shoes, there's an opportunity for brands to innovate their luxurious offerings. - **Mixed Material Construction:** Incorporating different materials in shoe construction can create a diverse range of styles and textures for footwear enthusiasts. - **Artisanal Touches:** Introducing unique and handcrafted elements to footwear designs can elevate the overall aesthetic value and appeal to consumers looking for something special. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** The fashion industry always has room for new footwear designs and materials, creating opportunities for designers and brands to introduce innovative products like the Ultrapace sneakers. - **Luxury Goods:** With a growing demand for high-end luxury products, the footwear industry can continue to create and promote high-quality and artisanal footwear collections to cater to affluent consumers. - **Artisanal Workshops:** Handcrafted footwear designs require skilled artisans, and investing in artisanal workshops to create these unique products can create job opportunities and promote craftsmanship in the industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ballet-Inspired Luxury Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shift-sneaker.md) - [Minimalist Sock-Like Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gucci-slipon-sneaker.md) - [Italian-Made Classic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-gazelle-indoor.md) - [Contemporary Functional Athleticwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reebok-x-danielle-guizio.md) - [Performance-Inspired Designer Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-x-puma.md) - [Statement Footwear Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gmbh-and-axel-arigato.md) - [Fashion-Forward Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentino-garavani-2.md) - [Subtly Luxurious Sneaker Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burberry-box-sneakers.md) - [Luxe Streamlined Retro Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbit-flash.md)