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# Sci Fi-Themed Basketball Sneakers
adidas' Crazy 1 Sneaker Model Gets a Stormtrooper Colorway

By Amy Duong | Published 2022-07-18 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stormtrooper
References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/7/adidas-crazy-1-stormtrooper-gy3810-release-info)

[adidas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crazy-2) unveils the latest [tonal iteration](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moonwalker) of the Crazy 1 sneaker model with the latest Stormtrooper colorway. The sneaker originally had the name 'The Kobe' as the classic Kobe Bryant sneaker model made by Eirik Lund Nielson, who made the shoe inspired by the look of the Audi TT sportscar.

This new update has elevations including the molded synthetic uppers in white color. It is then detailed with some branding in the form of the three stripes seen at the sidewalls. Additional details include the black double foam collars that are seen around the ankles with a half-shell toe section, a clear spoiler by the heel, and a torsion system. It sits on top of [white EVA midsoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-foamposite) and a black textured outsole foundation.

Image Credit: adidas

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.9/10
- Popularity: 61% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 12%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Sci-fi-themed Sneakers:** There is an opportunity for the fashion industry to create more sci-fi themed sneakers inspired by beloved pop culture characters and franchises.
- **Tonal Iterations of Sneaker Models:** Sneaker companies can capitalize on consumers' love for tonal iterations of classic sneaker models by releasing updated colorways of popular designs.
- **Collaborations with Pop Culture Franchises:** Collaborating with beloved pop culture franchises, such as Star Wars or Marvel, can create a disruptive innovation opportunity for fashion companies by tapping into a loyal fanbase.

### Where This Applies

- **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry can create unique and innovative sneaker designs inspired by pop culture franchises.
- **Sports Industry:** The sports industry can benefit from collaborations with the fashion industry to release limited edition, highly sought after sneaker designs.
- **Entertainment Industry:** The entertainment industry can collaborate with sneaker companies to release limited edition designs inspired by popular franchises, creating an additional revenue stream.

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