# Glossy Alligator-Textured Sneakers Louis Vuitton's LV Trainer Shoe is Made with Premium Materials By Amy Duong | Published 2019-07-25 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lv-trainer References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2019/7/louis-vuitton-lv-trainer-black-virgil-abloh-vintage-basketball-sneakers-alligatorskin-exclusive-release) & [us.louisvuitton](https://us.louisvuitton.com/eng-us/products/lv-trainer-exclusively-online-nvprod1530138v?A=84634513&campaign=e_FW19Men_Collection_Launch_t2) Luxury fashion house [Louis Vuitton](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-lv-trainer-snow-boot) introduces its latest update of the LV Trainer sneakers -- this time, it arrives in a glossy finish with black alligator textures. The silhouette retains the original vintage basket design and the uppers are constructed from smooth calf leather in black. The [alligator skin patterning](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-croc) is informed through embossed processes. The tongue is also complete in black along with the matching tonal lacing system and rubber eyelets as well. The heel is notably marked with "#54" and the sidewalls are subtly perforated. Branding details are informed with a golden trim surrounding "Louis Vuitton" and an additional layer of leather materials are added to the forefoot and the mudguard. To round out the entire design are three [flower monograms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monogram-sports-collection) at the back. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - 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) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Ultra Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/ultraluxury) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Alligator-textured Sneakers:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring new materials and textures to create unique sneaker designs that cater to luxury fashion consumers. - **Glossy Finish Sneakers:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experimenting with glossy finishes to elevate the aesthetic appeal of sneakers for high-end fashion audiences. - **Embossed Sneaker Designs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating embossed processes to create intricate patterns and add a touch of luxury to sneaker designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Luxury Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introducing innovative materials, finishes, and designs into the luxury fashion industry to attract affluent consumers. - **Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Pushing the boundaries of footwear design by experimenting with unconventional materials and intricate patterns. - **Fashion Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating unique and eye-catching accessories, such as alligator-textured sneakers, to appeal to fashion-forward consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxury Sneaker-Like Snow Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-lv-trainer-snow-boot.md) - [Sculptural 3D-Printed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lv-cobra.md) - [Dandyism-Inspired Men's Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lv-buttersoft-sneaker.md) - [Dynamic Pointed Luxe Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reptile-sneaker-1.md) - [Dramatically Shaped Luxe Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reptile-sneaker.md) - [Faux Reptilian Slip-On Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-acg-moc-premium.md) - [Croc Leather Sneaker-Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-croc.md) - [Dramatically Luxurious Leather Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocodile-leather-jacket.md) - [Unique Leather Accessory Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monogram-sports-collection.md)