# Creative Professional Sneakers The Vans 'Made For The Makers' Collection Offers Maximum Comfort By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-01-19 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-for-the-makers References: [blessthisstuff](https://www.blessthisstuff.com/stuff/wear/footwear/vans-made-for-the-makers/) & [vans](https://www.vans.com/) The Vans 'Made For The Makers' Collection has been created by the brand to provide creative professionals with access to their favorite sneakers with a simple aesthetic. Coming in an all-black color scheme, the collection consists of familiar styles like the 'Sk8-Hi Reissue UC,' 'Authentic UC,' '[Old Skool UC](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-skool-music)' and '[Classic Slip-On UC](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slip-on-rs).' Each one is crafted with a mix of suede, canvas and leather to create a sneaker that is casual yet contemporary enough to be worn out after work without looking drab. The Vans 'Made For The Makers' Collection puts a [vulcanized lugged outsole](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/authentichtvibram) on each sneaker for increased traction and identifies the increased need for familiar products for Millennials with an adult-focused overhaul. As Millennials become the dominant force in the work industry, we'll likely continue to see more products and solutions be created to satisfy their preferences. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Professional Sneakers:** The rise of the gig economy and flexible work arrangements present an opportunity for traditional dress shoes to be replaced with comfortable and stylish professional sneakers. - **All-black Aesthetic:** The popularity of minimalism and simplicity in design creates a demand for products with an all-black color scheme that can be worn in both professional and casual settings. - **Increased Traction:** The need for safety and comfort in the workplace pushes for innovative solutions in footwear such as increasing the traction of shoes typically worn by creative professionals. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry can invest in creating stylish and functional professional sneakers for the modern workers who are looking for comfortable and versatile pieces. - **Technology Industry:** The technology industry can capitalize on the growing trend of professional sneakers by innovating in areas such as smart footwear that adapts to different work environments or providing on-demand personalized shoe recommendation systems. - **Retail Industry:** Retail companies can leverage the rise of Millennial workers by providing more products and a better customer experience that caters to their preferences, such as having accessible online shopping and collaborations with like-minded brands. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrant Rugged Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-varsity-collection.md) - [Bold Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sr-studio-la-ca-x-vans.md) - [Graphic Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-otw-x-undercover.md) - [Streetwear Skate Remixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-future.md) - [Advanced Rugged Trail Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mte-crosspath-1.md) - [Textured Sneaker Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-and-vans.md) - [Ultra-Durable Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/authentichtvibram.md) - [Futuristic Sculptural Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-future-clog.md) - [Fashion-Inspired Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-skool-36-souvenir.md)