# Zoology Sport Sneakers These Nike Air Max 1 Shoes Feature a Tropical Leaopard Print By M | Published 2015-10-13 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-air-max-1-shoes References: [kicksonfire](http://www.kicksonfire.com/seeing-spots-nike-air-max-1-leopard/) & [nike](http://www.nike.com) Adding a new exotic sneaker to the collection is the all-new [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snakeskin-colorway-2) Air Max 1 Leopard print sneakers inspired by one of the most ferocious cats that roam the planet. These sneakers feature a texturized look to mimic the aesthetic of fur coupled with a hip caramel and black colorway. Nike often creates [animal-themed athletic shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samba-lt-1) but these Leopard models offer a high fashion and exotic option to the brand's collections. The shoes feature the traditional thick Air Max elevated sole coupled with a wider shoe model topped with a [pony hair upper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-pony-hair) to mimic the look and feel of fur. The hair is dyed light brown and black to replicate the leopard's iconic spotty coat. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - 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's Driving This Trend - **Exotic Sneakers:** Opportunity for brands to incorporate animal-themed athletic shoes with a high fashion and exotic appeal. - **Texturized Aesthetic:** Potential to develop sneakers with a texturized look that mimics the appearance of fur. - **Leopard Print:** Market for sneakers featuring leopard print patterns, offering a trendy and fashionable option for sneaker enthusiasts. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can embrace the trend of exotic and animal-themed sneakers to cater to customers seeking unique and eye-catching footwear options. - **Athletic Footwear:** Opportunity for athletic footwear brands to develop sneakers with a texturized aesthetic, providing a visually appealing and stylish option for athletes and sneaker enthusiasts. - **Streetwear:** Streetwear brands can tap into the popularity of leopard print sneakers to cater to the fashion-forward streetwear market, combining style and functionality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Animal-Inspired Patterned Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snakeskin-colorway-2.md) - [Animal Patterned Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samba-sneaker-4.md) - [Textural Stealthy Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-cat-colorway.md) - [Animal-Print Patterned Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snakeskin-colorway-3.md) - [Cow-Print Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/field-general-1.md) - [Chic Camo-Patterned Road Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-vomero-premium-black-realtree.md) - [Faux Fur-Animal Print Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samba-lt-1.md) - [Yellow Patterned Bold Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/university-gold-2.md) - [Animal Faux Fur Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merrell-1trl-3.md)