# Sweat-Free Shoe Technology GEOX’s XENSE Shoes Have Pores That Exude Sweat and Odor By Jen Chae | Published 2013-05-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xense-shoes References: [theedito](http://theedito.com/2013/04/xsense-by-geox-moves-how-you-do/) & [geox](http://www.geox.com) At a glance, it looks like a regular shoe, but Geox’s new XENSE shoes are five times more breathable than standard shoes. XENSE shoes have a special sole with small pores that exude sweat vapor and odor. These pores are a part of [GEOX’s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geox) NET technology, which is a three-layered system. GEOX collaborated with a team of mechanics and technicians to create soles that have [breathable pores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelnyc-sneaker-1) that are big enough to excrete heat, but not enough for [water to enter the shoe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproofshoe). Each pore is about 1/700 of a droplet of water in size. The XENSE is top-notch in quality. It is the official track shoe of the Infiniti Red Bull Racing Team, keeping professionals’ feet dry and providing optimal comfort. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Breathable Shoe Technology:** GEOX's XENSE shoes demonstrate the potential market for shoes that prioritize breathability and odor prevention. - **Collaborative Innovation:** GEOX's partnership between mechanics, technicians, and fashion allows for cross-industry collaboration in shoe design. - **Sustainable Footwear:** GEOX's innovative solution for breathability and odor control could potentially lead to more sustainable and eco-friendly footwear options. ### Where This Applies - **Athletic Footwear:** GEOX's collaboration with an athletic team demonstrates a market for innovative and high-performing athletic footwear. - **Fashion and Apparel:** GEOX's integration of breathable, odor-preventing technology indicates a trend toward functional fashion. - **Textile Manufacturing:** The development of breathable shoe technology would require further innovation in textile manufacturing and material design. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Unisex Comfortable Perforated Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yogeez.md) - [Breathable Eco-Friendly Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contour-zero.md) - [Breathable Mesh Technical Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edge-flex.md) - [Breathable Mesh Joint Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gt2160-sneaker-3.md) - [Sustainable Single-Piece Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-cloudboom-strike-ls.md) - [Merino Wool Sock Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uynner-hero-shoes.md) - [Dynamic Glowing Trail Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jungle-esc.md) - [Seamless Waterproof Knit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-knit-shoes.md) - [Weather-Proof Sport-Style Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mizuno-3.md)