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# Ventilated Performance Sandal Shoes
The NikeLab Rift Wrap Shoe Sandal is a Shoe for Summertime

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-05-28 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shoe-sandal
References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/2016/05/28/nikelab-rift-wrap-taupo-sandal-summer/) & [nike](http://www.nike.com/us/en_us/c/nikelab)

Sandals are a go-to footwear choice for many, but for those that want to maintain a certain level of performance while staying cool will find the NikeLab Rift Wrap shoe sandal to be the perfect option.

Boasting a low-cut design and a [ventilated mesh upper section](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flyknit-venture), the NikeLab Rift Wrap come in both white and black color options. Although the [sandal shoe design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/newport-retro) is somewhat androgynous, the NikeLab Rift Wrap is exclusively available for women and is set to be available at Fruition Taiwan on May 28th.

The NikeLab Rift Wrap shoe sandal enables wearers to maintain their capabilities with the shoe-like design, but also stay cool thanks to the sandal-inspired aesthetic. The NikeLab Rift Wrap makes the perfect option for [long summer walks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/free-forward-moc-2-n7) or perhaps even outdoor workouts.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.4/10
- Popularity: 73% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Ventilated Performance Shoes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop lightweight and breathable shoes for athletes and outdoor enthusiasts.
- **Androgynous Footwear Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create gender-neutral shoe options that appeal to a wider range of consumers.
- **Sandal-inspired Aesthetic:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine the comfort of sandals with the style and functionality of traditional shoes.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Athletic Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce innovative materials and design techniques to create high-performance shoes for athletes.
- **Fashion Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer versatile and inclusive footwear options that cater to different style preferences and gender identities.
- **Outdoor Gear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop footwear solutions that provide comfort, breathability, and durability for outdoor activities.

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