# Ultra-Breathable Youth Sneakers Converse Created the Heather Textile Collection of Shoes for Kids By Madison Mackay | Published 2018-03-30 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heather-textile-collection References: [hypekids](https://hypekids.com/2018/3/converse-heather-textile-chuck-taylor-all-star) & [converse](https://www.converse.com/us/en_us/pw/kids-converse/1meZpir) Popular shoe company [Converse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/all-star-ox) is known for created shoes with high-quality materials, designed to last for years -- with the latest Heather Textile collection for kids featuring the same manufacturing, with a new material. Made in the brand's classic silhouettes including the [low-top, mid style and high-top](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-2), the new line uses the ultra-breathable Heather Textile that is perfect for the summer. With navy blue and denim colorways, the line has bold red accents to set them apart from any similar style. Each shoe features a classic support, ensuring comfort throughout the entire day. The new Heather Textile collection from Converse is available in sizes for babies, toddlers and kids and is being sold online now ranging from $40 to $50. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Breathable Shoe Materials:** Shoe companies can innovate by developing and utilizing alternative materials that offer better breathability and comfort for the wearer. - **Adapting Classic Designs:** Companies can explore adapting classic designs with new materials to cater to changing consumer needs and preferences. - **Sustainable Kid's Shoes:** There is an opportunity to create sustainable and eco-friendly shoes specifically for kids, as parents become more conscious about their purchase decisions. ### Who This Affects Most - **Footwear Industry:** Footwear companies can explore using advanced materials and adapting classic designs to create more comfortable and versatile shoes for their customers. - **Childrenswear Industry:** As parents become more environmentally conscious, companies can create sustainable and eco-friendly clothing and shoes specifically for kids. - **Fashion E-commerce Industry:** E-commerce platforms and marketplaces can partner with sustainable and innovative shoe brands to offer eco-friendly options to their customers, specifically in the kid's footwear category. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Breathable Waterproof High Tops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/all-star-ox.md) - [Spring-Ready Textural Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stssy-and-converse.md) - [Stop-Motion Film-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-and-coraline.md) - [Canvas Co-Branded Hi-Top Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-2.md) - [Romantic Seasonal Sneaker Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-chucks-in-love.md) - [TV-Inspired Classic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-converse.md) - [Singer-Customized Sneaker Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/billie-eilish-x-converse.md) - [Singer-Designed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-chuck-taylor-all-star-charli-xcx-by-you.md) - [Collaborative Textural Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-star-pro-2.md)