# Belted Leather Kicks The Nike Blazer Mid Belt Quickstrike is Casual Formal Footwear By Michael Hines | Published 2010-04-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-blazer-mid-belt References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2010/04/09/nike-blazer-mid-belt-a-detailed-look/) & [kasina.co.kr](http://kasina.co.kr/shop/goods/goods_view.php?goodsno=1242625128) I always get annoyed when I see people wearing sneakers with suits, but I may have to make an exception for those who wear the [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shox-sneaker) Blazer Mid Belt Quickstrike. These all-leather shoes are casual elegance at its best. Nothing says formal better than a shoe with a belt on it. [Velcro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoka-mafate-three2) straps have no places on [black leather mid tops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunk-low-sneaker-6), anyway. The Nike Blazer Mid Belt is luxury my feet need and deserve. I need more belted footwear in my wardrobe... ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Formal Sneakers:** The trend of combining formal attire with sneakers presents an opportunity for innovative footwear designs that bridge the divide between casual and formal styles. - **Leather Shoes:** The use of leather in shoe design opens up possibilities for creating high-quality, stylish footwear that exudes luxury and class. - **Belted Fashion:** The incorporation of belts in fashion items, such as shoes, provides an avenue for creative and functional accessories that enhance the overall look and feel. ### Who This Affects Most - **Footwear Industry:** Manufacturers and designers in the footwear industry can capitalize on the trend of formal sneakers by developing new shoe designs that seamlessly merge formal and casual aesthetics. - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry can explore the use of leather materials in footwear to create high-end, fashionable shoes that cater to consumers seeking sophistication and elegance. - **Accessories Industry:** The accessories industry can take advantage of the belted fashion trend by designing innovative accessories, like belted shoes, that add style and functionality to consumers' outfits. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxury Leather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-tie-20.md) - [Impact-Absorption Leather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shox-sneaker.md) - [Sneaker-Converted Dress Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stan-smith-lux.md) - [Textural Black Leather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-in-uk-2.md) - [Loafer-Style Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-1906l.md) - [Stealthy Stitched Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/killshot-1-premium.md) - [Retro Perforated Leather Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cortez-sneaker-model.md) - [Sneaker-Resembling Leather Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-cardholder.md) - [Black Denim-Adorned Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-label-1.md)