# Glowing Classic Sneakers Adidas' Newest Ultra Boosts Boast Illuminated Design Accents By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-09-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-boosts References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2016/9/adidas-ultra-boost-glow-in-the-dark-release-date) [Adidas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-ultraboost-5x)' [Ultra Boosts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stepn-go-x-adidas-ultraboost) are no stranger to new designs but their latest may be the most unique yet. The shoes will be released this week and boast glow in the dark features. Their bright material appears on the shoes' classic stripes as well as within the threading of the shoes themselves. The [glow-in-the-dark sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kai-2-white-phantom) will likely be popular among those who tend to exercise at night -- ensuring their safety on the road by giving cars an enhanced ability to see them. These glowing ultra boosts do not just have a unique design, but function as excellent active wear accessories that are able to ensure the safety of those wearing them -- without skipping out on style. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Glow-in-the-dark Athleticwear:** Creating activewear with glow-in-the-dark features to provide safety for those exercising in low-lit areas. - **Innovative Sneaker Design:** Fashioning unique designs for athletic shoes to attract more consumers. - **Fashionable Active Wear:** Creating athletic wear that provides style and functionality for people leading active lifestyles. ### Where This Applies - **Sporting Goods:** Producing innovative apparel and footwear designs for athletes and fitness enthusiasts. - **Fashion and Apparel:** Incorporating unique design features and technology into athletic wear to enhance safety and style. - **Footwear:** Developing new and improved features such as glow-in-the-dark materials to produce eye-catching and safe footwear. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Glowing Luminous Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelkayano-14-4.md) - [Redesigned Flagship Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-ultraboost-5x.md) - [Nature-Inspired Shoe Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultraboost-5-x-hermanos-koumori.md) - [Lofty Long-Distance Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-supernova-glide-and-rise-3.md) - [Juxtaposing Dynamic Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adistar-cushion.md) - [Glowing Collaborative Y2K Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vomero-5-1.md) - [Bubble-Like Semi-Transparent Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superstar-bubble.md) - [Stealthy Iridescent Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arctic-night.md) - [Revived Dynamic Running Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adistar-cushion-3.md)