# Stretchable Knit Dress Shoes The Cole Haan ZeroGrand Stitchlite Wingtip Oxfords are Breathable By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-02-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wingtip-oxfords References: [uncrate](http://uncrate.com/article/cole-haan-zerogrand-stitchlite-wingtip-oxford/) & [colehaan](https://www.colehaan.com/zerogrand-stitchlite-wingtip-oxford-black-knit-ivory/C24948.html?utm_source=eean&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=21181&utm_content=2-261803) Dress shoes are traditionally made with a sturdy, rigid aesthetic that incorporates a leather upper, but the Cole Haan ZeroGrand Stitchlite Wingtip Oxfords aim to take a different approach. Taking on a sneaker-inspired aesthetic, the shoes are designed to flex with the motion of the wearer. The upper portion of the [dress shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wingtip-gxb) is created using a [stretch knit upper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flyknit-venture) that allows for maximum movement and airflow. This enables the shoes to be inherently comfortable without sacrificing any level of style thanks to the [classic silhouette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultrastylish-footwear) that the shoes have. The Cole Haan ZeroGrand Stitchlite Wingtip Oxfords feature a Grand.ØS energy foam sole that is purported to offer all-day cushioning to deter the occurrence of fatigue. The shoes are available in five different color options that make them easy to pair with just about any outfit. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Breathable Dress Shoes:** Develop lightweight and breathable dress shoes using stretch knit uppers and sneaker-inspired aesthetics. - **Flexibility in Footwear:** Integrate stretch knit materials in dress shoes for enhanced comfort and flexibility, allowing the shoes to move with the wearer. - **Comfort-driven Silhouette:** Design dress shoes with a classic silhouette that prioritize comfort through the use of energy foam soles for all-day cushioning. ### Who This Affects Most - **Footwear:** Revolutionize traditional dress shoe designs by incorporating stretch knit uppers and flexible materials for increased comfort and style. - **Fashion:** Introduce new dress shoe options that combine fashion-forward aesthetics with comfort, appealing to those seeking both style and functionality. - **Textile:** Explore the use of stretch knit materials in footwear to create lightweight, breathable, and flexible options for various industries, including dress shoes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modern Sophisticated Footwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flex-oxford-collection.md) - [Ultra-Slick Tennis Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tennis-20-sneakers.md) - [effortless footwear campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meet-every-moment.md) - [Comfort-Focused Urban Shoe Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cole-haan-comfortable.md) - [Waterproof Luxurious Dress Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wingtip-gxb.md) - [Adaptable Italian Loafer Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astorflex-dockflex-loafers.md) - [Comfort-Centric Ultra-Stylish Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultrastylish-footwear.md) - [Seamless Waterproof Knit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-knit-shoes.md) - [Anatomical Shoe Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birchbury-bramford.md)