# Tropical Sneaker Designs These Tropical Chuck Taylors are Helping Consumers Prep for Summer By Ell Smith | Published 2018-03-29 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tropical-chuck-taylors References: [hypebae](https://hypebae.com/2018/3/converse-chuck-taylor-ox-palm) & [ladyfootlocker](https://www.ladyfootlocker.com/product/converse-chuck-taylor-70-ox--women-s/160519C.html) As the temperature changes, so does one's wardrobe, and these new tropical Chuck Taylors are the perfect summer sneaker to add to your rotation. The shoe's design has been updated on [Chuck Taylor's popular '70 Ox silhouette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-70s-1) -- a low-top, lace-up shoe typically featuring a [canvas upper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/all-star-ox). The new design features classic [tropical motifs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peach-and-teal), like palm leaves, and pink flowers. The dynamic shoe features a mix of printed and stitched designs offering a diverse shoe that stands out from the crowd. The sneaker's gold lace caps offer a touch of elegance to the otherwise casual shoe, helping one achieve both night and day looks. The shoe comes complete with Chuck Taylor's classic platform sole and white toe cap, making for a comfortable and supported wear. Image Credit: Footlocker ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Tropical Sneaker Designs:** Capitalizing on the summer season with tropical-themed sneaker designs that add a unique flair to footwear collections. - **Updated Chuck Taylor Silhouette:** Refreshing the classic Chuck Taylor '70 Ox silhouette with new tropical motifs and elegant details to attract fashion-forward consumers. - **Printed and Stitched Designs:** Utilizing a combination of printed and stitched designs to create visually dynamic sneakers that stand out from traditional designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Offering trendy tropical sneaker designs that appeal to fashion-conscious consumers. - **Footwear:** Attracting consumers in search of unique and stylish sneakers for the summer season. - **Art and Design:** Exploring innovative ways to incorporate tropical motifs and intricate details into shoe designs for artistic expression. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Artist-Inspired Printed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tyler-the-creator.md) - [Tropical-Inspired Sneaker Colorways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peach-and-teal.md) - [Canvas Co-Branded Hi-Top Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-2.md) - [Spring-Ready Textural Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stssy-and-converse.md) - [Romantic Seasonal Sneaker Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-chucks-in-love.md) - [Singer-Designed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-chuck-taylor-all-star-charli-xcx-by-you.md) - [TV-Inspired Classic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-converse.md) - [Weatherized Breathable High-Top Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-1.md) - [Reptile-Pattern Sleek Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-70s-1.md)