# Ergonomic Suede Skate Sneakers Converse Skateboarding's Proride SK OX is Made with Suede Detailing By Amy Duong | Published 2020-03-23 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proride-sk-ox References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2020/3/converse-skateboarding-proride-sk-ox-off-white-olive-shinpei-ueno-info) & [converseskateboarding.jp](https://converseskateboarding.jp/plus/proride-sk-ox_olive/) [Converse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deckstar-sk) Skateboarding introduces two versions of the Proride SK OX sneaker silhouette in colorways that are muted. The two tonal updates includes an ercu tone and a lush olive green option, both of which are made with a [suede fabric material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bodega-x-puma) for a cozy update. This also helps with the practicality for skaters, assisting in different kinds of tricks, showcased by a short [skate video](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skate-old-skool-36) that features Shinpei Ueno doing tricks in the ergonomic footwear design. At the top of the sneaker all the way down to the bottom, the suede is speckled in a brittle coating. Branding details can be found at the tongue which are accompanied by flat laces in a tonal manner by the central forefoot area. Image Credit: Converse Skateboarding ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Suede Skate Sneakers:** Suede fabric is becoming a popular material for skate sneakers, creating opportunities for brands to incorporate this feature into their designs. - **Ergonomic Footwear Design:** The emphasis on comfort and practicality for skaters is leading to innovation in ergonomic footwear design. - **Tonal Colorways:** The use of tonal colorways in skate sneakers is becoming a trend, offering a muted and stylish option for consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Skate Footwear Industry:** There is an opportunity for brands in the skate footwear industry to incorporate ergonomic designs and suede fabric into their products. - **Fashion Industry:** The trend of tonal colorways and use of suede fabric in skate sneakers can also be incorporated into the fashion industry, creating new sneaker designs. - **Sporting Goods Industry:** The practicality and functionality of ergonomic skate sneakers can also appeal to the broader sporting goods industry, encouraging the development of similar designs for other sports footwear. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collaborative Suede Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weapon-suede-ox-ne.md) - [Refined Skateboarder Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cariuma-naioca-gum-suede-sneaker.md) - [Textural Collaborative Slip-Ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-star-slip-pro.md) - [Minimal Hybrid Sneaker Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sneaker-loafer.md) - [Adventurously Inspired Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skate-old-skool.md) - [Dynamic Graphic Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sr-studio-la-ca.md) - [Hybrid Skate Slip-On Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/erap-shoe.md) - [Modernized Lightweight Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weapon-plts-ox.md) - [Knitted Heritage Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knit-pack.md)