# Translucent Clear Luxe Sneakers Gucci Details the Ultrapace R Sneaker in a Technical Design Update By Amy Duong | Published 2021-09-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultrapace-r-1 References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2021/9/gucci-ultrapace-r-transparent-rubber-red-knit-alessandro-michele-fall-winter-2021-technical-sneaker-drops) Luxury fashion house [Gucci](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gucci-slipon-sneaker) introduces a new iteration of the Ultrapace R and the Ultrapce sneaker model for the season. The house delivers the new design for the Fall/Winter 2021 season and coats the shoe in a clear rubber material across the upper. The [translucent upper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoka-mafate-speed-4-lite) is made from a durable rubber material that shows off the technical details that create the foundation of the sneakers. The back of the shoe sees a black and neon yellow cap with branding that reads "GG" and the branding of the model of the shoe. Additionally, the shoe features a tongue made from a metallic silver rubber material and it is all held together using a [wire dial closure system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/megaride-s2) Image Credit: Gucci ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 10% - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Translucent Sneakers:** Opportunity to disrupt the fashion industry by introducing the use of translucent materials in shoe designs. - **Wire Dial Closure System:** Opportunity to disrupt the footwear industry by introducing innovative lace-up alternative options like wire dial closure systems. - **Clear Rubber Coating:** Opportunity to disrupt the footwear industry by exploring the use of clear rubber materials in designing sneakers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Opportunity for luxury fashion brands to introduce unique materials such as clear rubber in their designs, creating more distinct and creative pieces. - **Footwear:** Opportunity for innovation in the footwear industry through the use of wire dial closure systems as an alternative to traditional lacing methods. - **Materials:** Opportunity to introduce new materials to the market such as clear rubber, which could potentially have a variety of applications such as shoe soles, straps, and more. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimalist Sock-Like Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gucci-slipon-sneaker.md) - [Ballet-Inspired Luxury Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shift-sneaker.md) - [Translucent Overlaid Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/archisite-oru.md) - [Retro Translucent Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-woman-20.md) - [Ultra-Thin Premium Fashion Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collapse-sneaker.md) - [Vibrant Luxurious Panelling Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yellow-orbit.md) - [Futuristic Sandal Hybrid Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versace-mercury.md) - [Ultra-Plump Sleek Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aruku.md) - [Translucent Trail-to-Street Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoka-mafate-speed-4-lite.md)