# Versatile Slip-On Sneakers Forsake's 'Meridian' Silhouette Goes from Trail to Sidewalk with Ease By Riley von Niessen | Published 2020-04-09 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meridian References: [forsake](https://forsake.com/collections/women/products/womens-meridian) Forsake, a footwear label that specializes in well-made carbon-neutral designs that are made to balance comfort, style, durability, and sustainability, recently launched a new [vegan silhouette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keen-uneek-360) that's perfect for the warm summer weather, dubbed the 'Meridian.' The sneakers are offered in both men's and women's sizes, with the men's silhouette offered in 'Gunmetal' and 'Black' colorways, while the women's come in 'Azure,' a light tone of navy, and 'Oatmeal,' a neutral off-white hue. The sneakers boast a rugged outsole that offers plenty of traction in virtually any environment, whether its wearer is hiking a steep trail, or just running some errands around town. The lightweight uppers are collapsible, so that they can be packed away with ease. The material used for the uppers is also quick-drying and breathable. To add to the versatility and convenience of the design, Forsake replaces a traditional lacing system with a simple [slip-on one](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graval-slipon), which features an elastic collar that ensures the shoes fit snugly to the wearer's feet. Image Credit: Forsake ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Versatile Slip-on Sneakers:** The rise of versatile and convenient slip-on sneakers with collapsible uppers and simplified lacing systems presents innovative opportunities for sustainable outdoor and casual footwear brands. - **Carbon-neutral Designs:** The increasing demand for carbon-neutral designs presents innovation opportunities for sustainable footwear brands to create designs that balance comfort, style, sustainability, and affordability. - **Breathable and Quick-drying Materials:** Incorporating breathable and quick-drying materials in footwear designs presents disruptive innovation opportunities for outdoor and fitness brands seeking to improve comfort, mobility, and convenience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Sustainable Footwear:** The versatile design of the Forsake Meridian silhouette presents disruptive innovation opportunities for sustainable footwear brands that aim to create versatile and eco-friendly outdoor and casual footwear. - **Outdoor Footwear:** Sustainable materials and versatile designs make the Forsake Meridian silhouette a source of innovative disruption for outdoor footwear brands that seek to revamp traditional designs with better functionality and comfort. - **Fitness Footwear:** The breathable and quick-drying materials used in the Forsake Meridian silhouette present innovation opportunities for fitness footwear brands seeking to create durable, lightweight, and breathable workout shoes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Urban-Inspired Hiking Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merrell-1trl-and-corridor.md) - [Ultra-Agile Lace-Free Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merrell-agility-peak-5-boa-goretex.md) - [Hybrid Off-Road Urbanite Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tarvas-forest-bather-cordura.md) - [Outdoor Performance Footwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merrell-1trl-aw25.md) - [Intuitive Slip-On Hiking Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoka-anacapa-2-freedom.md) - [Lace-Free Trail Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haven-x-norda-003-quarry.md) - [Dynamic Neutral-Toned Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sanuk-1.md) - [Stylish Utility Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jasper-sneaker.md) - [90s Era Slip-On Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ymc-x-merrell-moab-slide-2.md)