# Retro Robot-Like Sneakers The Adidas Originals Blue BIT Textile Shoe Exudes Iconic Vintage Style By Jaime Neely | Published 2011-06-28 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/originals-blue-bit-textile References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2011/06/adidas-originals-blue-bit-textile/) & [adidas](http://www.adidas.com/home/ca) Many designs by Adidas have been internationally acclaimed as iconic and the new Originals Blue BIT Textile shoe is no exception. Modeled after a high-top basketball shoe, the Originals Blue BIT Textile sneaker embodies vintage and retro styles. Boasting simple colors, the shoe is versatile and will serve as complementary to a wide variety of outfits and styles. The Originals Blue BIT Textile shoe's exterior features both canvas and leather materials. For whatever reason, the shoe summons up images of a robot or an old Nintendo NES controller. Notwithstanding, this retro shoe by Adidas is a very note-worthy piece in the brand's vintage-inspired lifestyle line. **Implications** - Amongst consumers today, the demand for products and services reminiscent of past times or boasting vintage qualities continues to grow. Consumers will be more likely to invest in a product with which they share a connection or sense of familiarity. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Retro-inspired Fashion:** Opportunity to create more vintage-inspired clothing and footwear designs. - **Nostalgia-driven Products:** Opportunity to offer products that capitalize on consumers' love for familiar and comforting trends. - **Iconic Design:** Opportunity to create products with timeless design elements that will continue to be popular. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion and Apparel:** The retro trend can be applied to all types of clothing and accessories. - **Footwear:** Opportunity to create more vintage-inspired shoe designs with modern comfort features. - **Consumer Goods and Retail:** Opportunity to offer a wider range of nostalgic products that appeal to customers' desire for comfort and familiarity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Juxtaposing Dynamic Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adistar-cushion.md) - [Retro Sporty Luxe Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-accessories.md) - [Slender Retro Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sl-72-shoes.md) - [Packaging-Inspired Footwear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/box-shoe.md) - [Classic Lifestyle Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-handball-spezials.md) - [Game Console Sneaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstationinspired-sneaker.md) - [Iconic Shoe Colorways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sl-72-og-shoes.md) - [Bubble-Like Semi-Transparent Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superstar-bubble.md) - [90s-Inspired Bulky Skateboard Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stan-smith-xlg.md)