# Textured Reptilian Sneakers The 'Stan Smith' Sneaker by adidas Gets a Reptilian Print Makeover By David Ingram | Published 2015-08-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reptile-print References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2015/8/adidas-originals-stan-smith-black-reptile) & [afew-store](http://www.afew-store.com/en/adidas-stan-smith-collegiate-navy-coreblack/) The 'Stan Smith' sneaker from [adidas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/year-of-the-snake) is perhaps best known for its clean white appearance, so this reptile print re-imagining of the iconic low-top shoe is certainly an interesting new departure from the usual. The latest release by the popular adidas sports brand is the 'Black Reptile' colorway, featuring an all-over black reptile print skin upper, paired alongside a black rubber mid-sole to fit the overall theme. Silver-colored Stan Smith branding on the tongue and back heel also add an interesting extra touch of flair. Perhaps most striking about this re-design is the new element of texture added to the sneaker. The reptile scale pattern adds an intriguing look to a normally very subdued sneaker design and makes this new addition to the adidas line of shoes all the more desirable to the fashion savvy. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Reptile Print Sneakers:** Opportunity to tap into the growing demand for unique and eye-catching sneaker designs with reptile print patterns. - **Textured Sneaker Designs:** Potential to disrupt the sneaker market with innovative and textured patterns, appealing to fashion-forward consumers. - **Creative Sneaker Branding:** Opportunity to explore new branding elements, such as silver-colored Stan Smith branding, to enhance the appeal of sneaker designs. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear:** Rising trend in reptile-themed sneakers presents opportunities for footwear brands to expand their product offerings and attract niche markets. - **Fashion:** Emerging trend in textured sneaker designs opens up new possibilities for fashion brands to create unique footwear options and capture consumer attention. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Demand for creative sneaker branding provides potential for marketing and advertising agencies to collaborate with footwear brands in developing captivating campaigns. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Scale Texture Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/year-of-the-snake.md) - [Sophisticated Monotonal Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stan-smith-freizeit.md) - [Stylish Snakeskin Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/python-sambas.md) - [Cartoon Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stan-smith-x-spongebob-squarepants.md) - [90s-Inspired Bulky Skateboard Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stan-smith-xlg.md) - [Sneaker-Converted Dress Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stan-smith-lux.md) - [Floral-Accented Textural Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atmos-pink-and-adidas.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freizeit.md) - [Animal-Inspired Patterned Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snakeskin-colorway-2.md)