# Loafer-Inspired Monochromatic Shoes Shoes 53045 Launches the Loaf’Air with a Clear Midsole By Amy Duong | Published 2019-09-19 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loafair References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2019/9/shoes-53045-loafair-debut-release-information) & [shoes53045](https://shoes53045.com/products/loafair-black) Shoes 53045 introduces its latest footwear design in the form of the Loaf’Air and it boasts many different design elements. Notably, it draws inspiration from the [traditional loafer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uneek-loafer-wk) and can be seen throughout the entire uppers in the structure and details. The silhouette is progressive as it sits on top of a [chunky air sole unit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-woman-20) as the foundation with the [penny loafer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sneaker-loafer) as the uppers. The bold unit fuses together two elements -- one of which is full-length air bubble lined with a clear black. The second is a thick outsole that nods to utilitarian aesthetics with a gripped bottom and a rugged design. To round out the entire design is the printed branding on the sock liner in white as a nod to the loafer influence. Image Credit: Shoes 53045 ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## 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 - **Loafer-inspired Shoes:** The trend of incorporating elements of traditional loafers into shoe designs offers opportunities for innovative and unique footwear creations. - **Monochromatic Footwear:** The growing popularity of monochromatic shoes opens up possibilities for brands to explore different colorways and design variations. - **Chunky Air Sole Units:** The use of chunky air sole units in shoe designs presents an opportunity for brands to create bold and statement-making footwear. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Footwear:** The fashion footwear industry can leverage the trend of loafer-inspired shoes to create new and distinctive collections that appeal to consumers. - **Sportswear:** Sportswear brands can capitalize on the trend of chunky air sole units by incorporating them into athletic-inspired shoe designs. - **Luxury Goods:** Luxury brands can explore the trend of monochromatic footwear to create high-end, minimalist shoe options for their discerning customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sneaker Hybrid Loafer Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906l.md) - [Sneaker-Inspired Slip-On Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-jordan-mule-dark-team-red.md) - [Loafer-Style Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-1906l.md) - [Sporty Hybrid Trail Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speed-loafer.md) - [Dynamic Enlarged Sole Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/24-loafer.md) - [Sneaker Loafer Hybrid Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trekwave-loafer.md) - [Luxury Slip-On Hybrids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-jordan-mule-loafer.md) - [Classically Elegant Sleek Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allstar-coinloafer.md) - [Pink Fuzzy Slip-On Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calm-mule-1.md)