# Fanciful Athletic Footwear The Adidas ZX8000 is a Luxurious Leather Running Shoe for Men By Jaime Neely | Published 2011-05-19 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-adidas References: [theworldsbestever](http://www.theworldsbestever.com/2011/05/18/trailworthy/) & [adidas](http://www.adidas.com/home/ca) The [Adidas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adizero-prime-x-2-strung) ZX8000 is an extremely stylish running shoe in disguise. Made from premium brown and black leather, the company's [classic running shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adizero-evo-sl) recently received a sophisticated style upgrade. Influenced by the company's popular hiking boot, the Adidas ZX8000 for men is equipped with a thick leather tongue to provide extended comfort during those long workouts or runs. Set to be released late this summer or early fall, the Adidas ZX8000 is the company's most versatile running shoe that can be worn during a wide variety of activities. Its [sleek leather design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-tie-20) makes it a shoe that can be worn to the office, without causing people to question your fashion sensibilities. The Adidas ZX8000 is a perfect combination of performance, style and comfort. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Luxury Athletic Footwear:** Opportunity for high-end athletic shoe companies to incorporate premium materials and stylish designs. - **Versatile Running Shoes:** Opportunity for companies to design running shoes that can be worn for a variety of activities. - **Leather Running Shoes:** Opportunity for shoe companies to create sleek, leather running shoes with added comfort features. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Athletic Footwear:** Potential for athletic footwear companies to design and market high-quality, fashionable footwear for both athletic and everyday wear. - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion companies to create stylish athletic footwear designed for both fashion and function. - **Leather Goods:** Opportunity for leather goods companies to expand into the athletic footwear industry with premium materials and styles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Superior Ultramarathon Sneaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-adizero-prime-x-evo.md) - [Sleek Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adizero-evo-sl.md) - [Minimalist Slip-On Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f50-silver-metallic.md) - [Redesigned Flagship Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-ultraboost-5x.md) - [Ultra-Plump Sleek Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aruku.md) - [Juxtaposing Dynamic Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adistar-cushion.md) - [Earthy Tonal Rugged Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zx-10000-sneaker.md) - [Sleek Laceless Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/megaride-s2.md) - [Sneaker-Converted Dress Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stan-smith-lux.md)