# Vibrant Luxurious Sock Shoes Balenciaga's SPEED 3.0 Shoes Arrive in Three Colorway Options By Amy Duong | Published 2021-03-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speed-30 References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2021/3/balenciaga-speed-3-0-sneaker-654532w2dn11090-654532w2dn37210-654532w2dn54090-release) & [balenciaga](https://www.balenciaga.com/en-gb/speed-3.0-sneaker-black-white-654532W2DN11090.html) Luxury fashion house Balenciaga introduces its newest tonal options for the SPEED 3.0 footwear silhouette. The shoes get three colorways including Blue, Black, and Lime, following the recent all-white drop. The shoe boasts a high-cut shape and is made from technical 3D knit materials. The materials are sourced sustainably from recycled polyester and elastane. Across the upper, it is kept predominantly minimal in design, with only a small "BB" logo accent found at the top of the shoe by the ankle. The collars feature some ribbing detail and the upper is cleanly knit to give wearers a tight and comfortable fit. The midsole boasts some branding details as well, reading "SPEED 3.0." It is then rounded out with the cushioned support foundation. Image Credit: Balenciaga ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 10% - 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sustainable Luxury Footwear:** The use of recycled materials for high-end footwear allows for a sustainable and eco-friendly approach to luxury fashion. - **Technical Knit Footwear:** The use of 3D knit technology in footwear design offers innovative and customizable options for comfortable and stylish shoes. - **High-top Sneaker Trend:** The popularity of high-cut sneakers presents an opportunity for fashion brands to offer bold and unique designs in this style. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Luxury Fashion:** The integration of sustainable materials and innovative design techniques can disrupt the luxury fashion industry and appeal to eco-conscious consumers. - **Athletic Footwear:** The use of technical knit materials in athletic footwear can offer a more customized fit and better performance capabilities. - **Streetwear Fashion:** The popularity of high-top sneaker styles in streetwear fashion presents opportunities for brands to create unique and bold designs in this category. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Performance-Inspired Designer Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-x-puma.md) - [Second-Skin Luxury Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-shoe.md) - [Dynamic Fashion-Forward Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basketball-sneaker-1.md) - [Dramatically Shaped Luxe Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reptile-sneaker.md) - [Technical Vibrant Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speedcross-3.md) - [Chic Slim-Fit City Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-city-sneaker.md) - [Dynamic Pointed Luxe Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reptile-sneaker-1.md) - [Premium Technical Rugged Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hike-sneaker.md) - [Technical Collaborative Dynamic Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speedcross-3-1.md)