# Compostable Adhesive-Free Sneakers The Voronoi Runners are Biodegradable for Better Disposal By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-10-09 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voronoi-runners References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2020/10/08/a-100-biodegradable-adhesive-free-shoe-you-can-fully-disassemble-and-compost-in-your-backyard/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+yankodesign+%28Yanko+Design+-+Form+Beyond+Function%29) & [rikolthuis.design.blog](https://rikolthuis.design.blog/) Footwear is one of several fashion products that is essential but notorious for hanging around in our landfills and taking decades to decompose, so the Voronoi Runners have been designed to offer a more eco-friendly alternative. Designed by Rik Olthuis of the Massey University of New Zealand, the sneakers are crafted with [100% biodegradable components](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ripple-shoe) that are intended to be separated from one another before disposed of or composted. The footwear also maintains an adhesive-free design that is achieved using a [3D printer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sean-wotherspoon-x-zellerfeld) and flexible filament that will enhance the comfort for the wearer. The Voronoi Runners are also focused on a [customizable fit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivobiome) thanks to a midsole that will contour to the foot and provide much-needed support when training or simply walking around. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Compostable Footwear:** The trend towards compostable footwear offers an opportunity for sustainable and eco-friendly footwear alternatives. - **Adhesive-free Design:** The move towards adhesive-free design in sneakers presents an opportunity for creating more comfortable and environmentally friendly footwear. - **Customizable Fit:** The trend of sneakers with customizable fit allows for personalized comfort and support for wearers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore compostable footwear options to offer more sustainable and eco-friendly products to consumers. - **3D Printing:** The 3D printing industry can leverage adhesive-free design techniques to create innovative and customizable footwear solutions. - **Athletic Footwear:** Athletic footwear brands can tap into the trend of customizable fit to provide athletes with personalized support and performance. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Compostable Sole Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swave-sport.md) - [Sustainable Running Shoe Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supernatural-runner.md) - [Sustainable Modular Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-sneaker-1.md) - [Sustainable Single-Piece Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-cloudboom-strike-ls.md) - [Plastic-Free Compostable Sportswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-athletic.md) - [Bio-Circular Trail Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/norda-001a.md) - [Sustainable 3D-Printed Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4dfwd-1.md) - [Sustainable Open-Style Sneaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keen-uneek-360.md) - [Textile-to-Textile Recycled Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allbirds-remix.md)