# Luxe Cage-Constructed Sneakers Balenciaga's FW18 Trail Sneakers Take On A Chunky Silhouette By Amy Duong | Published 2018-03-29 | Updated 2018-04-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trail-sneakers References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/balenciaga-hiking-sneaker-fw18-release-price/) & [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/nclgallery/?utm_source=ig_embed&action=profilevisit) Luxury fashion label [Balenciaga](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reptile-sneaker) first showcased a look at its latest Trail Sneakers on the runway earlier this month. The chunky tech sneakers were also shown with a closer look on nclgallery's [Instagram](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speedcross-3-3). The look at the Balenciaga Trail Sneakers for Fall/Winter 2018 appears to be constructed in a cage style around the side and the heels of the footwear. There also appears to be an integration into the lacing system, similar to the label's [Triple S](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-4) silhouette. The luxury sneaker's uppers boast a lot of details, and every pair will also come with two sets of laces. The midsoles also take on the chunky silhouette, detailed with vibrant pops of color and branding details on the outsoles. The three colorways so far appear to be yellow and grey, white and orange, and an all-black colorway. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - 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 - **Chunky Sneakers:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create chunky sneakers with cage-style construction for a unique and fashionable look. - **Cage-style Construction:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of cage-style construction in various footwear and fashion items for added visual appeal and structural support. - **Vibrant Midsole Details:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experiment with vibrant pops of color and branding details on midsoles to create eye-catching and distinctive sneakers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Luxury Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce unique sneaker designs in the luxury fashion industry, combining style and functionality. - **Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate cage-style construction into footwear across various styles, offering consumers a new and trendy choice. - **Fashion Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Apply the concept of cage-style construction to other fashion accessories, such as handbags and belts, for a modern and edgy aesthetic. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dramatically Shaped Luxe Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reptile-sneaker.md) - [Dynamic Pointed Luxe Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reptile-sneaker-1.md) - [Dynamic Fashion-Forward Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basketball-sneaker-1.md) - [Chic Slim-Fit City Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-city-sneaker.md) - [Dynamic Ultra-High Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platform-sneaker-1.md) - [Performance-Inspired Designer Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-x-puma.md) - [Ultra-Thin Premium Fashion Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collapse-sneaker.md) - [Soft Suede Premium Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trail-sneaker-1.md) - [Banana-Made Luxury Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-4.md)