# Dark High-Top Knitted Footwear The adidas YEEZY BSKTBL Knit Sneaker Comes in Slate Onyx By Amy Duong | Published 2022-07-14 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slate-onyx References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/7/adidas-yeezy-bsktbl-knit-slate-onyx-release-info-hq6762) & [adidas](https://www.adidas.com/yeezy) [adidas Originals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gendo) plans ahead for the Fall 2022 season with the latest tonal iteration of the [YEEZY BSKTBL](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bl01) Knit sneaker model that arrives in a [Slate Onyx](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slate-cinnamon-swirl-latte) colorway palette. The shoe has a mainly tonal black base foundation throughout the entire silhouette and is made from Primeknit materials for a soft and secure feel. It has a 3D textual design throughout the shoe and the upper is defined by a sock-like shape that travels up to the ankle collar sections and extends to the heel cap, which is detailed with reflective accents. It is then rounded out by a full-length encapsulated BOOST midsole foundation. The outsoles are also made from rubber and have treaded details to ensure traction. Image Credit: Yeezyinfluence ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Knit Sneakers:** The trend of using Primeknit materials in sneakers presents opportunities for the development of new sustainable and comfortable footwear. - **Reflective Sneakers:** The use of reflective accents in shoes presents opportunities for designing safety-focused, yet stylish footwear products. - **Textured Footwear:** The trend of 3D textual design in footwear presents opportunities for creating unique and visually appealing shoes that stand out in the market. ### Who This Affects Most - **Athletic Footwear:** The athletic footwear industry can leverage these trends to offer consumers more sustainable, fashionable, and comfortable shoes for sports and everyday wear. - **Fashion Footwear:** Fashion footwear brands can use these trends to design avant-garde sneakers that appeal to fashion-conscious consumers looking for unique and stylish shoes. - **Safety Gear:** The safety gear industry can incorporate reflective accents in footwear design to create more durable and visible shoes for workers and athletes who need to be seen in low-light environments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Monochrome Chunky Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bl01.md) - [Neutral Tonal Technical Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sand-colorway.md) - [Rounded Heel Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/idoso-boost.md) - [Stealthy Iridescent Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arctic-night.md) - [Dynamic Avant-Garde Stealthy Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gendo.md) - [Off-White Chunky Joint Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prime-x-20.md) - [Neutral Stealthy Trail Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marathon-tr.md) - [Futuristic Silver Tonal Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crazy-2.md) - [Sleek Hybrid Boot Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yohji-yamamoto-2.md)