# Ergonomic Sock-Inspired Sneakers The Primeknit NMD Omega Sock Shoes Look Stylish and Feel Cozy By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-04-26 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sock-shoes References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2017/04/25/looks-like-a-shoe-fits-like-a-sock/) Socks are often worn inside sneakers, but the Primeknit NMD Omega sock shoes aim to change this with a design that blends the two products together. Designed by Antoine Beynel, the Primeknit NMD Omega sneakers are intended to offer a fashionable aesthetic that is inherently comfortable to wear. Sporting a comfort level that's compared to a comfy pair of socks, the Primeknit NMD Omega sneakers boast a more substantial outsole than other [sockless sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gucci-slipon-sneaker) on the market. This enables a person to wear them without socks and not look like they're wearing a pair of shoes specifically design to be worn as such. The Primeknit NMD Omega sock shoes boast a [comfortable yet stylish aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/purechill) that make them ideal for wear for [sporting or leisure activities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoka-skyward). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Sock-inspired Sneakers:** The blending of socks and sneakers to create a unique and comfortable footwear option opens up opportunities for disruptive innovation in the footwear industry. - **Fashionable Comfort:** The trend of combining fashion and comfort in footwear, like the Primeknit NMD Omega sock shoes, presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry. - **Versatile Footwear:** The versatility of the Primeknit NMD Omega sock shoes, which can be worn for both sporting and leisure activities, highlights the potential for disruptive innovation in the athletic apparel industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Footwear:** The development of sock-inspired sneakers creates opportunities for disruptive innovation in the footwear industry. - **Fashion:** The fashionable and comfortable design of the Primeknit NMD Omega sock shoes presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry. - **Athletic Apparel:** The versatile nature of the Primeknit NMD Omega sock shoes opens up possibilities for disruptive innovation in the athletic apparel industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable Single-Piece Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-cloudboom-strike-ls.md) - [Ultra-Plush Cushioned Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chunky-samba.md) - [Hand-Stitched Italian Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/p448-sohosocks.md) - [Dynamic Thigh-High Tech Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voo-store-1.md) - [Sponge-Like Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-zponge.md) - [Pillowy Performance Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-cloudnova-2.md) - [Chunky Trainer Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breeze-sneaker.md) - [Tech-Influenced Lace-Free Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoka-project-transport.md) - [Seamless Waterproof Knit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-knit-shoes.md)