# Safety Buckle Sneakers These Unique Shoe Designs Feature a Plastic Buckle and Large Rubber Soles By David Ingram | Published 2015-11-09 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/safety-buckle References: [refinery29](http://www.refinery29.com/2015/11/97259/christopher-kane-sneaker-launch-net-a-porter?utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss) & [net-a-porter](http://www.net-a-porter.com/ca/en/product/641112/Christopher_Kane/neon-and-leather-trimmed-neoprene-sneakers) British designer Christopher Kane released a series of sneakers highlighted by an eye-catching safety buckle design. Designed exclusively for Net-a-Porter, these [fashion sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-city-sneaker) are punctuated with large safety buckles and straps along the front of the shoe. The use of buckles in design has been a trademark of Kane's since a fashion show he released in the Spring of 2007. This [sneaker collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viv-on-the-run) was designed to be worn by all ages of people, and also was specifically made to appear clean and minimal. A [large yet lightweight rubber sole](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noir-kei) forms the base of each sneaker, and a number of different textures and materials define the upper of each different shoes. Meant to be fashionable yet practical, these shoes offer a new and innovative addition to the world of sneaker design. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 - **Safety Buckle Sneakers:** Incorporating safety buckles in sneaker design offers a disruptive innovation opportunity to combine fashion and functionality. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear:** The footwear industry can explore safety buckle designs to create unique and practical sneaker options. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can embrace the trend of safety buckle sneakers by incorporating them into their collections. - **Design:** The design industry can innovate by exploring new ways to incorporate safety buckles into various products beyond sneakers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Buckled Leather Split-Toe Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buckle-strap.md) - [Luxurious Spring-Ready Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/box-sneaker.md) - [Dynamic Fashion-Forward Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basketball-sneaker-1.md) - [Premium Technical Rugged Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hike-sneaker.md) - [Unique Platform-Style Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platformstyle-sandals.md) - [Dynamic Ultra-High Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platform-sneaker-1.md) - [Minimal Cozy Velcro Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8040-sneakers.md) - [High-End Sneaker Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viv-on-the-run.md) - [Kidult Baby Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-baby.md)