# Deconstructed Sneaker Masks Zhijun Wang Adapted Nike's VaporMax Sneakers to Be a Face Mask By Riley von Niessen | Published 2017-07-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vapormax-sneaker References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2017/7/zhijun-wang-clot-nike-air-vapormax) & [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/zhijunwang/?hl=en) Zhijun Wang, a designer who's based out of Beijing, recently added to his selection of offerings with a face mask that he constructed out of a pair of [VaporMax](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pink-blast) sneakers from [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-dn-silhouette). As this particular VaporMax sneaker model was made in collaboration with CLOT, Wang dedicates the creative deconstruction of it to the brand's founder, Edison Chen. To make the face mask, Wang makes use of different parts of the VaporMax sneakers' souls and uppers, which he then fastens together with a drawstring at the back that allows wearers to fit it comfortably to their faces. As [face masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-001-artistry-mask) are a popular accessory in areas where there's a lot of air pollution, as well as among those who are trying to prevent the spread of viruses, Wang's creative transformation of the collaborative Nike model gives consumers a more fashionable option to choose from. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## 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 - **Deconstructed Sneaker Masks:** Using sneakers to create fashionable face masks. - **Fashionable Protective Gear:** Incorporating style into functional accessories like face masks. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Repurposing existing materials to minimize waste and create new products. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Retail:** Exploring new opportunities to incorporate innovative accessories into their product offerings. - **Healthcare:** Integrating fashion-forward face masks as a stylish alternative for protecting against air pollution and viruses. - **Sneaker Manufacturing:** Considering strategic partnerships and collaborations with designers to create unique sneaker-based products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Connected Emotive Face Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/w3e-mask-expressive-emotion.md) - [Makeup Artist-Crafted Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-dn-silhouette.md) - [Air-Blowing Face Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-mask.md) - [Kiss-Covered Collaboration Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vaquera-x-nike-air-max-dn8.md) - [Aerodynamic Filtration Face Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goa-face-protector.md) - [Boldly Designed Zipped Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-sunder.md) - [Leather Base Layered Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zoom-vomero-5-5.md) - [Customizable Style Face Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rpur-fiit.md) - [Distressed Sneaker Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feng-chen-wang-and-converse.md)