# Icy Sole Futuristic Sneakers adidas Originals Drops the Mono Carbon Iteration of the YEEZY Quantum By Amy Duong | Published 2022-03-29 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mono-carbon References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/3/adidas-yeezy-quantum-mono-carbon-official-look-release-info-gx6594) & [yeezysupply](https://www.yeezysupply.com/) [adidas'](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superstar-bubble) latest [YEEZY](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bl01) Quantum sneaker model gets a brand new design update by the name of 'Mono [Carbon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/priority-folder).' The highly anticipated iteration is crafted from a Primekit material throughout the upper for comfort and stretch. This section is marked by a gray tonal palette paired together with reflective 3M components for a touch of contrast. Additionally, the shoe has clear mesh details finished with toe boxes crafted from suede for a touch of textural contrast to add to the dynamic futuristic design. The shoes are complete with gray neoprene at the collar and the heel caps continue with the reflective 3M details. All of this sits on top of a full-length BOOST midsole foundation and clear icy rubber outsoles. Image Credit: adidas ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Primekit Material:** The use of Primekit material in sneaker design creates opportunities for more comfortable and stretchy footwear. - **Reflective Details:** The integration of reflective 3M components in sneaker design opens up avenues for sleek and functional fashion accessories. - **Icy Rubber Outsoles:** The use of clear and icy rubber outsoles in sneaker design presents an opportunity for unique and eye-catching footwear aesthetics. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear:** The footwear industry can benefit from incorporating new materials and innovative designs in their products to provide consumers with more comfortable and functional options. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore the applications of reflective materials in clothing as a way of enhancing the visual appeal of their designs while also improving safety. - **Sports:** The sports industry can take advantage of icy rubber outsoles in creating new designs for athletic shoes, especially for winter sports, where the clear outsoles provide better traction in icy conditions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Off-White Chunky Joint Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prime-x-20.md) - [Stealthy Iridescent Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arctic-night.md) - [Rounded Heel Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/idoso-boost.md) - [Organic Sleek Avant-Garde Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contranatural.md) - [Stealthy Dynamic Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mad-iiinfinity.md) - [Futuristic Slip-On Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-unveils-climacool.md) - [Sporty Dynamic Futuristic Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vol-9.md) - [Dynamic Avant-Garde Stealthy Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gendo.md) - [Sleek Luxe Tech Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbon-runner-1.md)