# Laced Sporty Luxe Footwear Palm Angels' Recovery Lace-Up Sneakers Deliver Sporty Aesthetics By Amy Duong | Published 2019-07-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recovery-laceup References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2019/7/palm-angels-recovery-sneakers-lace-up-black-purple-chunky-francesco-ragazzi-footwear-release) & [ssense](https://www.ssense.com/en-ca/men/product/palm-angels/black-recovery-lace-up-sneakers/3864271) Streetwear imprint Palm Angels introduces its newest iteration of the Recovery Lace-Up footwear model. The reworked update replaces the original velcro straps with a [lacing system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lace-pearls) instead. The overall design aesthetic of the model is rooted in sporty elements, which invites wearers to be active with the design. The uppers are made from a blend of both [mesh and suede fabrication](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bodega-x-puma). Notably, the uppers are sleek and light, which sit atop of [chunky midsoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunset-sneaker) as a structural contrast. Additional details include the reflective stripe at the tongue, leather lacing panels, embroidered pull tabs at the heel that read "RECOVERY" and branding accents. The branding details are found at the side just atop of a black leather mudguard that surrounds the heel to the forefoot. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sporty Lace-up Footwear:** Opportunity to incorporate sporty design elements into footwear through lacing systems. - **Blend of Mesh and Suede Fabrication:** Innovation potential in combining multiple fabrications in footwear for sleek and light uppers. - **Reflective Details on Footwear:** Opportunity to add reflective details to enhance footwear aesthetics and functionality. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear Industry:** Innovation potential in incorporating sporty design elements, using multiple fabrications and adding reflective details. - **Streetwear Industry:** Opportunity to incorporate sleek and light footwear with sporty design elements into streetwear fashion. - **Athletic Industry:** Opportunity to incorporate sleek and light footwear with a blend of fabrications, such as mesh and suede, into athletic footwear design. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recovery Foam Slip-Ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/purechill.md) - [Retro Denim-Crafted Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palermo-denim.md) - [Lacy Low-Cut Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lace-pattern.md) - [Lace-Free Active Recovery Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoka-skyward.md) - [Low-Profile Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunset-sneaker.md) - [Athletic Shoe Adornments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lace-pearls.md) - [Modern Recovery Slides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mind-001.md) - [Lifestyle Recovery Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ora-primo-ext.md) - [Comfort-Driven Stylish Men's Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deming-recovery.md)