# Laceless Sock-Like Sneakers Nike's Rise React Flyknit Sneakers Receive a Thunder Grey Iteration By Amy Duong | Published 2018-10-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thunder-grey References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/10/nike-rise-react-flyknit-shoe-details) & [nike](https://www.nike.com/) Sportswear label Nike introduced the Rise React Flyknit sneakers earlier this year in a bold yellow hue -- now it drops a Thunder Grey iteration for those who prefer a much more muted option. The silhouette boasts a sock-like structure as it has no lacing system and is constructed from the brand's signature [Flyknit material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flyknit-venture). The entire upper is finished in the [Thunder Grey hue](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thunderstorm-colorway) -- this includes the TPU heel panel as well. Some branding details are seen in the form of an embroidered [Swoosh](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/navy-colorway) across the lateral side of the sneaker, it is also done in the same grey hue to add to its muted factor. However, the React form sole unit is a full-length size and it contrasts against the grey with its clean white hue. The sneakers are set to drop online and at select stocklists beginning October 4. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Laceless Sneakers:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new variations of laceless sneakers that combine comfort and style. - **Sock-like Structure:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative sock-like structures for various footwear styles to enhance comfort and fit. - **Flyknit Material:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new applications for Flyknit material in different industries such as fashion, medical equipment, and automotive. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Sportswear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce advanced materials and technologies into sportswear to create more functional and stylish products. - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop unique and comfortable footwear designs that challenge traditional lace-up styles and embrace alternative closure systems. - **Textile:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine innovative fabrics, such as Flyknit, with traditional textile manufacturing techniques to create high-performance and sustainable textiles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Slip-On Metallic Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-superfly-moc.md) - [Grey Textural Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-smoke-grey.md) - [Knitted Breathable Dynamic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flyknit-venture.md) - [Bulbous Dynamic Knitted Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-flyknit-venture.md) - [Laceless Textural Mid-Cut Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diorr-greenwood.md) - [Split-Toe Sneaker Returns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/updated-air-rift.md) - [Chromatic Overlaid Sleek Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metallic-pewter.md) - [Metallic-Tinged Premium Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pegasus-premium-sneaker.md) - [Dynamic Layered Bright Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-pegasus-wave.md)