# Prodigious Retro-Inspired Sneakers The Jordan Futures Present an Ironically Retro Feel By Itai Buenahora | Published 2014-03-28 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-inspired-sneakers References: [sneakernews](http://sneakernews.com/2014/03/20/jordan-future-black-white/) & [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2014/2/a-closer-look-at-the-jordan-future-black-white) Introducing the retro-inspired sneakers from the future: [Jordan Futures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-jordan-23). Embodying the retro look, the new Jordan model opens doors to a brand new category of retro-inspired sneakers. Featuring a [hybrid of the AJXI silhouette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-jordan-23-1) with an upper described as part 'AirWoven,' part 'Air Footscape,' the new Jordan Futures are a blast from the past with a futuristic look. The new black and white colorway are a sleek and conventional look for a seemingly unconventional-looking shoe. The gold-tipped laces add a luxurious feel to the sneakers, and complement the shoe. If you’re looking for a fresh, new pair of kicks with a re-imagined vintage look, the new Jordan Futures will undoubtedly fulfill that desire. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 51% | 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) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Retro-inspired Sneakers:** Opportunity for brands to create new lines of sneakers that combine a vintage aesthetic with modern innovation. - **Futuristic Design:** Trend towards sneakers that have a retro-inspired look but incorporate futuristic design elements. - **Luxury Athletic Footwear:** Growing demand for high-end sneakers that combine performance and style. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Brands can capitalize on the trend by creating retro-inspired sneaker lines that appeal to fashion-conscious consumers. - **Sports and Athletics:** Opportunity for sports brands to innovate by developing sneakers that combine retro aesthetics with advanced athletic performance features. - **Technology:** Tech companies can explore partnerships with sneaker brands to develop smart sneakers with retro-inspired designs and cutting-edge features. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Richly Green-Toned Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jordan-retro-1-high.md) - [Monochromatic Relaunched Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reverse-metallic.md) - [Luxe Creamy Retro Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phantom-colorway-1.md) - [Global Games-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-jordan-6-retro.md) - [Artist-Backed Breakdancing Sneaker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jam-sneaker.md) - [Brutalist Monochromatic Retro Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-jordan-4.md) - [Merged Hybrid Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-jordan-23.md) - [Greyscale Leather Speckled Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fear-colorway-1.md) - [Chunky Monochromatic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jordan-4-3.md)