# Futuristic Sock Sneakers The City Sock by Adidas Offers a Slip-on Fitted Wear By M | Published 2016-03-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sock-sneaker References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2016/3/adidas-originals-nmd-city-sock) & [adidas](http://www.adidas.ca/) [Adidas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-unveils-climacool) has unveiled an all-new sock sneaker hybrid shoe dubbed the [City Sock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/city-jeans-adidas-gazelle) that creatively combines both layers of footwear into one seamless and fitted silhouette. The sneakers are free of laces, with a convenient slip-on style thanks to the soft material upper. This makes these shoes incredibly comfortable and easy to wear, without compromising on athletic style. The City Sock sneakers offer a futuristic appearance in contrast to more traditional lace up shoes. The upper is made from soft [Primeknit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-ultraboost-5x) material that features a stripped black and white pattern made from soft, sock-like fabrics. The material is fitted from the foot all the way to the ankle for a snug wear. The shoes are complete with a Boost sole for added support and stability. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Futuristic Sneaker Design:** The City Sock by Adidas showcases a futuristic appearance with its slip-on style and seamless silhouette, presenting an opportunity for disruptive innovation in athletic footwear. - **Sock-like Shoe Construction:** The soft Primeknit material used in the City Sock sneakers offers a snug and comfortable fit, suggesting potential disruptive innovation in the sock and hosiery industry. - **Lace-less Footwear:** The lace-free design of the City Sock sneakers provides convenience and ease of wear, creating an opportunity for disruptive innovation in shoelace alternatives and fastening systems. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Athletic Footwear:** The City Sock sneakers introduce a unique and futuristic design concept, offering potential disruptive innovation in the athletic footwear industry. - **Sock and Hosiery:** The seamless and sock-like construction of the City Sock sneakers presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the sock and hosiery industry by combining comfort and style. - **Shoelace Alternatives:** The lace-less design of the City Sock sneakers opens up possibilities for disruptive innovation in the development of innovative shoelace alternatives and fastening systems. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Futuristic Slip-On Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-unveils-climacool.md) - [Sponge-Like Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-zponge.md) - [Merino Wool Sock Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uynner-hero-shoes.md) - [Hand-Stitched Italian Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/p448-sohosocks.md) - [Ultra-Plush Cushioned Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chunky-samba.md) - [Rounded Heel Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/idoso-boost.md) - [Minimalist Slip-On Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f50-silver-metallic.md) - [Sustainable Single-Piece Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-cloudboom-strike-ls.md) - [Chic Slim-Fit City Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-city-sneaker.md)