# Braided Basketball Shoes The Nike Free Inneva Woven Shoe is a Chinese Finger Trap for Your Feet By Wes Walcott | Published 2012-09-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-free-inneva-woven References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5945439/these-nike-free-inneva-woven-shoes-are-all-i-need-to-be-happy) & [nikeinc](http://www.nikeinc.com/news/introducing-the-nike-inneva) Engineered to imitate the inherent biomechanics of the human foot, the [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gt-cut-3) Free Inneva Woven [basketball shoe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basketball-sneaker-1) wonderfully blends high-tech materials with old school building methods to produce some truly cutting-edge footwear. Featuring an intricate hand-woven design and [dynamic lacing system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-lunar-roam), the Nike Free Inneva Woven shoe has a style that's both functional and looks great. Although the first Nike Air Woven shoe was introduced back in 2000, this 2012 model represents a substantial upgrade with a weave pattern that has varied strand widths for improved flexibility, breathability and support. The Nike Free Inneva Woven shoe hit stores globally on September 22nd, 2012; however, they are only being made in limited supply so if you want to get your feet on a pair, you better move fast. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Biomechanics-inspired Footwear:** Opportunity for creating footwear that mimics the biomechanics of the human foot for enhanced functionality and comfort. - **Hand-woven Design:** Potential for incorporating intricate hand-woven designs in products to achieve a unique and visually appealing aesthetic. - **Limited Supply Strategy:** Chance to create a sense of urgency and exclusivity by releasing products in limited quantities. ### Who This Affects Most - **Athletic Footwear:** Opportunity for athletic footwear brands to incorporate innovative design elements such as biomechanics-inspired features and hand-woven designs. - **Fashion:** Scope for fashion brands to explore unique weaving techniques and incorporate them in clothing or accessories. - **Retail:** Potential for retail industry to adopt limited supply strategies to attract customers and create a sense of urgency. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Performance-Focused Basketball Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gt-cut-3.md) - [Knitted Breathable Dynamic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flyknit-venture.md) - [Symbolic Knot-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/friendship-knot.md) - [Laceless Textural Mid-Cut Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diorr-greenwood.md) - [Ballet-Inspired Split-Toe Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-rift-black-swan.md) - [Bulbous Dynamic Knitted Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-flyknit-venture.md) - [Weaved Detail Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/j-force-1.md) - [Dynamic Fashion-Forward Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basketball-sneaker-1.md) - [Summer-Ready Lightweight Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/free-forward-moc-2-n7.md)