# Hummingbird-Printed Sneakers These New adidas Shoes Will Have You Longing for Summer By Christopher Magsambol | Published 2015-10-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hummingbird-print References: [freshnessmag](http://www.freshnessmag.com/2015/09/24/the-adidas-zx-flux-takes-flight-with-hummingbird-print/) & [kicksonfire](http://www.kicksonfire.com/2015/09/24/the-adidas-zx-flux-smooth-boasts-a-hummingbird-print-just-for-the-ladies/) Adidas recently released its 'ZX Flux Smooth.' This new release is a [slimmed-down sneaker with a simple silhouette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gazelle-sneaker), but includes a [vibrant hummingbird print](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samba-sneaker-4). The outsoles for the shoe resemble the ones used from the Tubular collection, perfectly complementing its new slimmer shape. The shoe's [minimalist construction](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f50-silver-metallic) is contrasted with beautiful, painting-like images of hummingbirds and bright green leaves. The leaves and hummingbird print are extremely detailed, but not too bright, acting as a subtle color accent to any outfit. The light baby-blue base creates a nice background to the nature-inspired illustrations. Although the calendar just flipped to Autumn, this shoe will have you longing for those bright summer days or perhaps be the perfect pair to whip out when next summer rolls around. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Hummingbird-printed Sneakers:** Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate nature-inspired prints into their footwear designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can explore new ways of incorporating nature-inspired prints into various fashion products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pastel Easter-Ready Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-adidas-samba-og.md) - [Summer-Ready Pastel Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-sneakers-1.md) - [Futuristic Slip-On Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-unveils-climacool.md) - [Floral-Accented Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sakura-sneaker.md) - [Nature-Inspired Shoe Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultraboost-5-x-hermanos-koumori.md) - [Floral-Accented Textural Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atmos-pink-and-adidas.md) - [Jellyfish-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pharrell-williams-and-adidas-originals.md) - [Revived Color-Accented Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adizero-evo-sl-2.md) - [Shaggy Suede Sneaker Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brain-dead-x-adidas-forest-hills.md)