# 80s-Themed Suede Tennis Shoes APT.4B Gives the FILA Original Tennis Shoe a Textural Update By Amy Duong | Published 2021-01-26 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/original-tennis References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2021/1/fila-apt-4b-original-tennis-collab) APT.4B gives the Classic Original Tennis shoes by [FILA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-fila) a brand new design update. The streetwear label informs the silhouette with details that nod to the 80s for a [retro feel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sl-72-shoes). The nostalgic design language is true to APT.4B's aesthetic as its store is designed to replicate the look of NYC apartments in the 90s. The sneaker silhouette sees a cream tonal upper informed by [suede materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brain-dead-x-adidas-forest-hills) lined with leather materials. The signature dual tonal flag of FILA's is on the side of the silhouette. Additional details include the APT.4B logo embossed on the heel in a golden color by the "F" symbol to captivate both of the contributing efforts. There are two laces that come with the sneaker -- both of which have gold tips and laces that are either cream or navy blue. Image Credit: FILA ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, 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 - **Retro Sneaker Design:** Opportunity for sneaker brands to release updated versions of classic styles with a nostalgic feel. - **Suede and Leather Materials:** Opportunity for materials suppliers to provide luxurious textures to sneaker designs. - **Dual Colored Laces:** Opportunity for designers to add unique touches to their sneaker designs with contrasting laces. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion and Apparel:** The fashion and apparel industry can incorporate retro designs and luxurious textures into their sneaker offerings. - **Materials Manufacturing:** The materials manufacturing industry can capitalize on the demand for suede and leather materials in sneaker design. - **Sneaker Design and Production:** The sneaker design and production industry can experiment with unique details such as dual colored laces to add flair to their designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Performance-Ready Stylish Tennis Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lineshot.md) - [Collaborative Heritage Footwear Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/livello-rosso-collection.md) - [Luxurious Collaborative Tennis Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/t500-1.md) - [Heritage-Themed Retro Sneaker Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/livello-rosso-sneaker.md) - [Premium Street-Informed Sportswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fila-4.md) - [Ultra-Slick Tennis Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tennis-20-sneakers.md) - [Minimal Collaborative Tennis Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/l003-2k24.md) - [Iconic Shoe Colorways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sl-72-og-shoes.md) - [Revived Dynamic Running Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adistar-cushion-3.md)