# 5 Vibrant Sneaker Designs Ditching Boring for Bold By Going Like Sixty | Published 2008-03-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sneaks-gone-wild-five-colorful-and-warped-shoe-designs References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/) The biggest athletic wear companies are battling it on in a mission to create the shoe with the most outrageous design. If you want to stay on your toes, you are going to have to stay alert when it comes to sneaks. [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zoom-vomero-5-4) has introduced the Wham, Bam, Pow, line of comic book style sneakers, while [Adidas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adistar-cushion) answers with the dazzling gold punch. Nike counters with a [Zoom](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zegamadome) Talaria style, and sneaking in with covert sneaks is Bape and the retro 50s styling. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Comic Book Style Sneakers:** Opportunity for companies to create sneakers with bold and vibrant designs inspired by comic books. - **Dazzling Gold Sneakers:** Chance for brands to innovate by incorporating eye-catching gold elements into their sneaker designs. - **Retro 50s Styling Sneakers:** Potential for companies to tap into nostalgia by offering sneakers with vintage 1950s-inspired designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Athletic Wear Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunities for athletic wear companies to push the boundaries of sneaker designs. - **Fashion Industry:** Opportunity for fashion brands to explore the fusion of streetwear and sneaker culture with bold and vibrant designs. - **Retail Industry:** Chance for retailers to cater to the demand for unique and eye-catching sneaker designs by curating a diverse selection for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Flashy Gold Utilitarian Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zoom-vomero-5-4.md) - [Bold Futuristic Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clifton-one9.md) - [Boldly Tonal Patient-Designed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-doernbecher-freestyle.md) - [Neon-Hued Trail Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoka-speedgoat-2.md) - [Extravagant Dad-Inspired Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balances-tech-explosion.md) - [Bolding Layered Breathable Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vomero-5-3.md) - [Juxtaposing Dynamic Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adistar-cushion.md) - [Yellow Patterned Bold Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/university-gold-2.md) - [Bold Patterned Luxurious Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelds-trainer-14.md)