# Ultra-Light Responsive Sneakers The Hoka Clifton 8 is 15% Lighter Than Its Predecessor By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2021-06-04 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoka-clifton-8 References: [wellandgood](https://www.wellandgood.com/hoka-clifton-8-review/) & [hokaoneone](https://www.hokaoneone.com/womens-road/clifton-8/194715600560.html?&utm_source=google&utm_medium=ppc_brand&gclid=CjwKCAjw47eFBhA9EiwAy8kzNOqd_ES5A6Zsscx0Px4OX018fKIbzkjqFmO7-xXwpL7Hb_qGZxePPRoCnIUQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds&utm_source=rak_Skimlinks.com&utm_medium=aff&utm_campaign=notset&ranMID=45342&ranEAID=2116208&ranSiteID=TnL5HPStwNw-ilgtgNgNNG5R7UcDhhgapw) Following the Hoka Clifton 7, the Hoka Clifton 8 is being introduced with a light and airy new midsole, an energetic design and a design that's 15% lighter than the design that came before. The lightweight sneaker totally refreshes the design of the predecessor and Gretchen Weimer, VP of product at [Hoka One One](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clifton-1), says that "The Clifton is designed to empower runners to reach their next level." Thanks to a new midsole compound, the sneaker offers the brand's lightest and most energetic foams to date and it is available in fun colorways like Outerspace / Atlantis and Aquarelle / Eggshell Blue. The newest addition to the [award-winning Clifton franchise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supervsn-x-hoka-clifton-one9) is said to be not only lighter but also more responsive with a streamlined silhouette and an [engineered mesh upper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asics-gelnimbus-28). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Ultra-light Sneakers:** Opportunity for sports brands to continue improving on the weight and comfort of athletic shoes, while also exploring eco-friendly materials. - **Energetic Midsoles:** A potential trend within the footwear industry to develop more responsive midsole compounds to enhance the performance of athletes. - **Streamlined Silhouettes:** Design opportunity for brands to create shoes with streamlined silhouettes that cater to both style and function for the active consumer. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Sports Footwear:** As the demand for high-performance yet comfortable sneakers grows, footwear companies can continue to innovate their products to accommodate varying needs. - **Eco-friendly Materials:** This trend can be applied not just to the footwear industry, but other industries as well such as fashion, furniture, and packaging materials. - **Athletic Technology:** Companies in the sports and tech industries can collaborate to develop technology that enhances athlete performance while promoting health and safety for users. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dynamic Upgraded Anniversary Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clifton-1.md) - [Ultra-Durable Cushioned Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clifton-ls.md) - [Chunky Anniversary Sneaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoka-clifton-one9.md) - [Frosted Neutral Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clifton-9-sneaker.md) - [Minimal Chunky Running Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clifton-l-athletic.md) - [Bold Futuristic Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clifton-one9.md) - [Spring-Ready Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mafate-speed-4-lite.md) - [Toggle-Enclosed Lifestyle Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ls-satisfy.md) - [Technical Terrain Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoka-speedgoat-6.md)