# Sparkling Luxurious Bright Clogs Balenciaga Unveils a New Iteration of the Technoclog Shoe By Amy Duong | Published 2023-04-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/technoclog References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/balenciaga-clogs/) & [balenciaga](https://www.balenciaga.com/en-gb/technoclog--black-739861W0FO81000.html) Luxury fashion house [Balenciaga](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystalstudded-clogs) introduces a new Technoclog which is a [new iteration of the clog](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birkenstock-clogs). It is designed with a blend of rhinestones and rubber for a unique textural look. The clogs are set to join the company's Summer 2023 roster. Additionally, for those that prefer a more muted look of the silhouette, there is also a matte black colorway of the shoe that is also set at a lower price point as well. The standout iteration of the shoe is without a doubt the bright blue version that is adorned with the aforementioned rhinestones. The rubber version is complete with an ultra-shiny finish and all of the versions come with a [pointed-toe shape](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reptile-sneaker-1). Image Credit: Balenciaga ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 15% - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Rhinestone Footwear:** There is a growing demand for luxury footwear that incorporates playful elements like rhinestones and other embellishments. - **Muted Colorways:** Consumers are showing an increased interest in less showy, more understated colorways, even in luxury fashion. - **Modern Clogs:** Clogs have been making a resurgence in the fashion world and are being updated with modern materials and design elements. ### Where This Applies - **Luxury Fashion:** This trend presents an opportunity for high-end fashion brands to experiment with more playful and unconventional design elements. - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Footwear producers may benefit from focusing on modernizing and innovating classic designs like clogs. - **Jewelry and Embellishment:** Companies with expertise in jewelry and embellishment could partner with fashion brands to create unique and eye-catching footwear designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Beweled Fashion Forward Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simone-rocha-2.md) - [Collaborative Statement Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystalstudded-clogs.md) - [Luxurious Stealthy Fashion Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunday-molded-mule.md) - [Chunky Multi-Color Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubble-crush-clog.md) - [Textured Velvet-Covered Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocs-classic-clog-velvet-pack.md) - [Stylish Platform Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bae-clog.md) - [Chromatic Brutalist Clog Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birkenstock-clogs.md) - [Sporty Chunky Breathable Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubble-crush.md) - [00s-Inspired Technical Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clogposite.md)