# Bird of Prey Sneakers These Split-Tongue Textured Sneakers are Inspired by the Crested Goshawk By Cadhla Gray | Published 2015-10-09 | Updated 2015-10-13 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/textured-sneakers References: [nicekicks](http://www.nicekicks.com/2015/10/09/another-look-at-the-invincible-x-asics-tiger-gel-lyte-iii-formosa/) & [invincible.tw](http://www.invincible.com.tw/) These grey textured sneakers were designed in a collaboration between the Japanese retailer 'Invincible' and the 'ASICS Tiger' brand. The Gel Lyte shoe is called 'Formosa,' the name taken from the Latin word for the bird that inspired the shoes' design. The Crested Goshawk, otherwise known by scientists as the Accipiter Trivirgatus Formosae, is an Asian bird of prey that is grey in color and resembles an eagle. The grey tonal pattern of the shoe mimics the bird's shading, while red, white and blue detailing by the heels provide the sneakers with a pop of color. The stylish running shoes have multiple textures, with fuzzy embossed stripes. The split-tongues carry on the animal theme, resembling the tongue of a snake. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Collaborative Design:** The collaboration between Invincible and ASICS Tiger demonstrates the trend of brands partnering to create unique products. - **Nature-inspired Design:** The use of the Crested Goshawk as inspiration for the sneaker design showcases the trend of incorporating elements of nature into fashion. - **Textured Sneakers:** The multiple textures and embossed stripes on the sneakers highlight the trend of incorporating varied textures in footwear design. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Retail:** This collaboration between Invincible and ASICS Tiger opens up opportunities for innovative fashion partnerships and product designs. - **Sportswear:** The textured sneakers in the Gel Lyte line cater to the trend of fashion-forward sportswear for active individuals. - **Footwear Manufacturing:** The use of textured details and unique design elements in the Formosa sneakers exemplifies the potential for disruptive footwear innovations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reptilian-Inspired Bold Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glowaconstrictor.md) - [Artistic Naturally Dyed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3sixteen-x-saucony-peregrine-15-gesso.md) - [Bold Patterned Luxurious Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelds-trainer-14.md) - [Sleek Textural Sneaker Colorways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-ostrich.md) - [Icy-Inspired Textural Golf Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-pegasus-89-g.md) - [Nature-Inspired Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ub10s-gelkayano-20.md) - [Neon-Tinged Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelsekiran-1.md) - [Heritage-Honoring Technical Sneaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earls-collection.md) - [Dynamic Aqua-Tonal Joint Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelkayano-20.md)