# Sequin-Adorned Sneakers Nike Brought Back the Women's Air Force 1 Upstep with New Details By Amy Duong | Published 2018-04-04 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upstep References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/3/nike-air-force-1-low-upstep-habanero-red) & [nike](https://www.nike.com/ca/en_gb/launch/) Nike first introduced the Air Force 1 Upstep silhouette earlier this year in February and has decided to revive the footwear piece for Spring/Summer 2018. The newest edition of the sneakers take on brand new captivating details and upgrades. The all-new elevated Air Force 1 Upsets are decorated with a plethora of [sequins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karintha-sequin) and red detailing. The silhouette now boasts branding details embroidered on the heel and the new medial side. The label's signature swoosh is replaced with a sparkling "[NIKE](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/butterflies-edition)" accent. The uppers are crafted in a premium leather material, and the label's Air Force 1 branding is seen on the toe cap. Stitching details are finished in a 'Habanero Red' around the half of the midsole, along with an embroidered "FORCE IS FEMALE" on the heel. The shoes dropped on Nike's website as of April 2nd. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sequin-adorned Sneakers:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by incorporating sequins and unique detailing into footwear. - **Elevated Sneaker Design:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the footwear industry by creating sneakers with premium materials and upgraded branding details. - **Gender-driven Fashion:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by designing footwear that empowers and celebrates female consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Industry:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by incorporating sequins and unique detailing into footwear. - **Footwear Industry:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the footwear industry by creating sneakers with premium materials and upgraded branding details. - **Women's Fashion Industry:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by designing footwear that empowers and celebrates female consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Butterfly-Motif Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/butterflies-edition.md) - [Retro Translucent Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-woman-20.md) - [Pearlescent Soft Tonal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-pearl-colorway.md) - [Crystal-Encrusted Stealthy Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-moonlight.md) - [Paisley Patterned Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-force-1-low-paisley.md) - [Glittery Pink Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rose-gold-colorway.md) - [Holiday-Honoring Pastel Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easter-colorway-1.md) - [Ultra-Cushioned Crystal-Covered Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-vomero-plus.md) - [Supple Blue Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-suede.md)