# Collaborative Sleek Sneaker Model Stella McCartney and adidas Launch Two Taekwondo Shoes By Amy Duong | Published 2025-07-04 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taekwondo-shoes References: [adidas](http://adidas.com/) & [stellamccartney](http://stellamccartney.com/)  [Stella McCartney](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/court-boost) works in collaboration with adidas on two new tonal iterations of the Taekwondo shoe. It comes in a Semi Impact Orange and an Almond Milk colorway. The sneaker draws elements from both [ballet and martial arts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelkinetic-fluent-1) with a sleek slip-on silhouette with a low profile. It is made from [adidas'](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ballerina-sneaker-1) Primeknit material and it boasts a sock-like fit that has a lightweight feel for comfort and breathability. The upper has a streamlined design with accents of a jagged TPU overlay. Almond Milk is a neutral palette with a creamy tone and Semi Impact Orange is brighter for those who want to make a bold fashion statement. Both of these are vegan and made with at least 20% recycled materials. Image Credit: adidas, Stella McCartney ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 44% - 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) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sustainable Footwear:** The use of vegan materials and a commitment to incorporating recycled components in every pair reflects a growing demand for eco-friendly shoes. - **Hybrid Fashion Integration:** Blending elements from diverse disciplines like ballet and martial arts showcases a shift towards multifaceted design inspirations in footwear. - **Personalized Color Statements:** Offering contrasting colorways such as Almond Milk and Semi Impact Orange highlights the trend of personalization through bold and neutral color choices. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Athletic Apparel:** The development of performance-enhancing materials like adidas' Primeknit reflects innovation in breathable and lightweight sportswear technologies. - **Luxury Fashion Collaborations:** Collaborations like that of Stella McCartney and adidas exemplify an increasing fusion between high fashion and athletic brands. - **Sustainable Manufacturing:** The commitment to using at least 20% recycled materials in production processes points towards a transformative shift in manufacturing practices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Martial Arts Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taekwondo-f50-selene.md) - [Designer-Backed Low-Cut Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/court-boost.md) - [Minimalist Slip-On Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f50-silver-metallic.md) - [Slender Taekwondo Minimal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taekwondo-sneaker.md) - [Artist-Collaborative Sleek Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ballerina-sneaker.md) - [Dynamic Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clot-superstar.md) - [Collaborative Cushioned Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sl-72.md) - [Collaborative Stealthy Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jabbar-dress-lo.md) - [Colorful Patchwork Collab Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sambae-sneaker.md)