# Post-Modern Slip-on Sneakers The Spectus Shoe Co. Laceless System Sneakers are Modern and Fresh By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2014-10-13 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spectus-shoe-co-laceless-system-sneakers References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/2014/10/13/spectus-shoe-co-laceless-system-sneakers) & [spectusshoeco](http://www.spectusshoeco.com) When you hear the term '[slip-on](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f50-silver-metallic)' you might be thinking of Vans or Keds, but it's likely you haven't heard of the Spectus Shoe Co. Laceless System Sneakers, which are coming straight from Japan and taking the shoe world by storm. Featuring no laces, an elastic form and a Vibram sole, the Spectus Shoe Co. Laceless System Sneakers come in black or tan leather options and are certainly going to have you wondering why it took you so long to ditch shoes with laces in the first place. Taking influence from the [classic sneakers of yesteryear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ymc-x-merrell-moab-slide-2), the Spectus Shoe Co. Laceless System Sneakers are as modern as they are retro and certainly a style that many will try to imitate yet never recreate. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Laceless System Sneakers:** The laceless system in sneakers presents an opportunity for innovative footwear designs and improved user experience. - **Elastic Form:** The use of an elastic form in sneakers offers potential for increased comfort, flexibility, and ease of wear, leading to disruptive innovations in the footwear industry. - **Modern Retro Style:** The combination of modern and retro aesthetics in sneakers opens up possibilities for unique and nostalgic fashion trends that can tap into the desires of consumers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear Manufacturing:** The laceless sneaker trend presents opportunities for footwear manufacturers to develop and produce innovative laceless designs that cater to the evolving needs of consumers. - **Sports and Athleisure:** The integration of elastic forms in sneakers can revolutionize sports and athleisure industries, offering improved performance, fit, and mobility for athletes and fitness enthusiasts. - **Fashion and Retail:** The modern retro style of laceless sneakers opens up new fashion and retail possibilities, allowing brands to create unique and trendy shoe collections that resonate with fashion-forward consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Japanese Wrap-Inspired Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibrams-furoshiki-kicks.md) - [Retro-Modern Suede Joggers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skechers-street-og-85.md) - [Comfort-Focused Hands-Free Slip-In Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slipin-shoes.md) - [Sleek Slip-On Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/610s-sneaker.md) - [Convenient Elastic Shoelaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bread-laces.md) - [Tech-Influenced Lace-Free Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoka-project-transport.md) - [Loafer-Style Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-1906l.md) - [Slip-On Laceless Technical Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rx-moc-30-1.md) - [Slip-On Metallic Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-superfly-moc.md)