# Neoprene Diving Sneakers Lanvin Dropped a Set of Diving Trainers with Sportswear Sensibilities By Amy Duong | Published 2018-09-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neoprene-diving-sneakers References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/lanvin-neoprene-diving-trainers-2018-release-date-price/) & [lanvin](https://www.lanvin.com/us/sneakers_cod11470428ac.html) High fashion house [Lanvin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lanvin-en-bleu) introduced its latest Neoprene Diving sneakers designed to captivate attention with its vibrant hues and intricate look. The footwear option is made in Portugal and blends [technical performance touches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loewe-x-on-1) with [avant-garde sensibilities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lv-buttersoft-sneaker). The fusion of these elements bring forth two colorway options -- there is an iridescent detailed white colorway and the other is blue, orange, green, neon and yellow. The shoes have a bejeweled paneling overlap across its neoprene-constructed upper, all of which sits atop of its premium Lanvin sole unit. branding details from the fashion house are found at the heel buckle and the style boasts an overall mid-top cut. The Neoprene Diving sneakers are now available for purchase online at Lanvin for the price of $745. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 52% | 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) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Neoprene Sneakers:** The fusion of technical materials with fashion creates opportunities for sportswear brands to enter high fashion. - **Diving Trainers:** The popularity of adventurous activities like diving and snorkeling creates opportunities for brands to create specialized footwear that caters to such activities. - **Iridescent Details:** The use of holographic elements in footwear design presents an opportunity to capture consumer attention and create unique products. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** High fashion brands can expand their product lines by incorporating technical elements in their footwear for a more functional yet stylish approach. - **Sportswear:** Sportswear brands can incorporate iridescent details in their shoe designs to create unique styles that are functional for sports and fashion-forward. - **Athletic:** The increased demand for specialized footwear for adventurous activities such as diving and snorkeling creates opportunities for athletic footwear brands to expand into this market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Innovative Mesh Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/l003-neo-shot-sneaker.md) - [Luxe Legacy-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-7.md) - [Bold Suede Fashionable Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dries-van-noten-suede-sneaker.md) - [Dandyism-Inspired Men's Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lv-buttersoft-sneaker.md) - [Jellyfish-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pharrell-williams-and-adidas-originals.md) - [Fashion-Forward Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentino-garavani-2.md) - [Vibrant Luxurious Panelling Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yellow-orbit.md) - [Dynamic Pointed Luxe Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reptile-sneaker-1.md) - [Funk-Inspired Luxury Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tambour-street-diver.md)