# Heroically Electrifying Footwear The Nike Lunar Force 1 Sneakers are a Completely Redesigned Shoe By Nikki Taylor | Published 2012-11-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-lunar-force-1 References: [freshnessmag](http://www.freshnessmag.com/2012/11/05/nike-lunar-force-1-hero-pack/) & [nike](http://www.nike.com) Feel like you can move buildings with the power that the [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-lunar-roam) [Lunar Force 1](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-force) sneakers will endow you with. These comfy shoes are part of the sportswear conglomerate's 'Hero' pack -- they certainly pack quite the punch. Keeping the familiar silhouette of the [Air Force 1](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-woman-20) design, the Lunar sneakers are technologically enhanced, making them lighter and more durable. By reducing the clunky weight of the sole, Nike is able to make a sturdier upper that places this shoe design into a category of its own. They are able to easily shift from a guy's hangout sneaker to a dependable walking shoe. These electric Nike Lunar Force 1 sneakers embody the color palettes from notable superheros. You might be able to recognize the costume colors of Spiderman or the Green Lantern. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Technologically Enhanced Sneakers:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced shoe materials and construction methods to create lighter and more durable sneakers. - **Redesigned Shoe Silhouettes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Rethink traditional shoe designs and create unique, category-defining silhouettes. - **Superhero-inspired Color Palettes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with comic book franchises to create footwear inspired by their iconic superhero costumes. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Sportswear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce innovative materials and technologies to enhance performance and comfort in athletic footwear. - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experiment with unconventional shoe designs and colors to push the boundaries of fashion. - **Entertainment Merchandise:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Partner with entertainment brands to create limited-edition sneakers that cater to fans and collectors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Secure Cable-Accented Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-lunar-roam.md) - [Rugged Winterized Stealthy Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-force.md) - [Reinterpreted Sleek Track Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-roam.md) - [Neon-Tinged Performance Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-foamposite-one-1.md) - [Hyper-Futuristic Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fast-rb-nitrotm-elite.md) - [Retro Translucent Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-woman-20.md) - [Deep Blue Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/team-royal.md) - [Crackled Holiday-Inspired Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-5.md) - [Textural Stealthy Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-cat-colorway.md)