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# Ironically Worn-Out Sneakers
These Reebok and Vetements Sneakers Were Made to Look Old and Used

By Riley von Niessen | Published 2017-01-31 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reebok-and-vetements
References: [hypebae](https://hypebae.com/2017/1/vetements-reebok-2017-fall-winter-sneaker-328) & [reebok](http://reebok.com)

These [Reebok](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kanghyuk) and Vetements sneakers come with dirty white uppers, which make them look as though they've been worn for years with little caution.

The new model was reportedly first debuted at a 2017 Fall/Winter runway show, where fashion designer [Demna Gvasalia](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-famiglia-collection) brought them out. These Reebok and Vetements sneakers follow another collaborative effort between the two brands, which resulted in a remodel of the [Instapump Fury](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instapump-fury-4). Similarly to the most recent model, the Instapump Fury was given a uniquely worn-out look, as messy scribbles were sprawled across its clean white uppers.

By supplying the Reebok and Vetements sneakers with dirt-covered uppers, Demna Gvasalia recreates a care-free look that casts away the need for perfection that's so often associated with runway fashion.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.8/10
- Popularity: 71% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Pre-distressed Fashion:** Creating clothing and accessories with a vintage or worn-out appearance to appeal to consumers seeking individuality and non-conformity.
- **High Fashion Sneaker Collaboration:** Collaborating with streetwear and athletic brands to create high-end designer sneakers.
- **Anti-perfectionism Movement in Fashion:** Rebelling against the traditional concept of perfection in fashion designs by purposely incorporating imperfections into clothing and accessories.

### Where This Applies

- **Fashion and Apparel:** Incorporating pre-distressed and anti-perfectionism concepts into mainstream clothing and accessories for broader consumer appeal.
- **Athletic Footwear:** Partnering with high-end fashion designers to create unique and innovative sneaker designs for increased demand and market expansion.
- **Luxury Goods:** Embracing the trend of pre-distressed fashion and collaborating with unique designers to create high-end and exclusive products that cater to consumers seeking individuality and exclusivity.

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