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Shoes Trends

Despite only going on your feet, footwear has evolved tremendously over the years to provide consumers with not only function, but aesthetic appeal as well. Whether it’s on the runway or on store shelves, shoes have become more than just an ordinary wardrobe accessory. From high-tech footwear trends to DIY alternatives and futuristic designs, Trend Hunter’s shoes category is here to showcase how traditional fashion accessories are evolving.
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Bubblegum-Scented Jelly-Like Loafers
Bubblegum-Scented Jelly-Like Loafers
Melissa's Royal Loafers Undergo a Makeover by UNDERCOVER
Jun Takashi’s UNDERCOVER imprint works together with Melissa once again following up on their link-up from 2023 with elevated iterations of the Royal Loafers. The silhouette by Melissa gets a... MORE
Purposefully Imperfect Joint Sneakers
Purposefully Imperfect Joint Sneakers
Kanghyuk Updares the Reebok Club C and Classic Leather
Seoul-based fashion brand Kanghyuk is no stranger to Reebok as the two worked together on the Premier Road Modern shoes before. This time around, the brand returns to work on its own version of the... MORE
Skate-Ready Basketball Sneakers
Skate-Ready Basketball Sneakers
Supreme Remixes the Nike SB Darwin Low Sneaker Model
Visuals of Supreme’s design of the Nike SB Darwin Low sneaker collaboration first leaked to the public a while ago and it is now finally launching. The brand unveiled a look at four... MORE
Adventure-Centric Hybrid Sneaker-Clogs
Adventure-Centric Hybrid Sneaker-Clogs
Crocs Join MARMOT On a New Quick Trail Shoe
Croc’s signature Quick Trail shoe is one that is ready for adventures and it serves as the canvas for its latest collaborative project alongside MARMOT CAPITAL. This marks the silhouette’... MORE
Comfort-Focused Hands-Free Slip-In Shoes
Comfort-Focused Hands-Free Slip-In Shoes
The Skechers Hands Free Slip-Ins® are Versatile
Skechers calls attention to its hands-free slip-in shoes, framing them as the perfect practical gift for Mother’s Day. Whether for running errands or hitting daily step goals, the design of... MORE
Limited-Edition Urban Sneakers
Limited-Edition Urban Sneakers
KEEN & Only NY Debut a Limited-Edition Version of the UNEEK Sneaker
KEEN and Only NY have collaborated to release a limited-edition version of KEEN’s iconic UNEEK sneaker. With its eye-catching exterior and performance-driven design, the footwear effortlessly... MORE
Free Beer-Branded Clogs
Free Beer-Branded Clogs
Crocs and Busch Light Team Up for Camping-Themed Collaboration
Busch Light, the beloved beer company known for its tongue-and-cheek marketing campaigns, recently teamed up with Crosc to launch two limited-edition, all terrain style shoes for the great outdoors.... MORE
Artist-Inspired Printed Sneakers
Artist-Inspired Printed Sneakers
Tyler, the Creator Reunites with Converse for a Sneaker Launch
Tyler “the Creator” Okonma and Converse have again collaborated to reinvent one of the latter’s classic sneakers. This time, Okonma’s renowned apparel brand, Golf le Fleur,... MORE
Deep Navy Tonal Sneakers
Deep Navy Tonal Sneakers
Nike Introduces the Jordan 1 Sneaker in a Midnight Navy Colorway
Nike introduces a Midnight Navy colorway palette once again—this time, it decorates the Air Jordan 1 High OG sneaker model. The classic colorway has been seen on previous silhouettes such as... MORE
Greyscale Lifestyle Sneaker Packs
Greyscale Lifestyle Sneaker Packs
New Balance Introduces New Sneakers for Grey Day 2024
New Balance celebrates Grey Day every year and for 2024, it lands on May 15th. The annual milestone highlights the premium craftsmanship that New Balance is known for. It honors the color and... MORE
Recovery Shoe
Post-workout shoes step into mainstream as recovery focus rises
Trend - Post-workout footwear is transitioning from niche to mainstream within the athletic and wellness spaces. This signifies a growing consumer focus on recovery, with footwear designed to promote comfort, circulation, and potentially even joint health after exercise.

Insight - There is a growign shift towards holistic health practices, where recovery is seen as essential as the workout itself. This trend is driven by a deeper consumer understanding of the biomechanics of recovery and its impact on overall performance and long-term health. As people become more attuned to their bodies' needs, there is increasing demand for products that support optimal recovery.
Workshop Question - How can your brand leverage the growing consumer focus on recovery and holistic health practices?
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Earthy Tonal Rugged Sneakers
Earthy Tonal Rugged Sneakers
Palace Remixes the adidas ZX 10,000 Sneaker Model
Palace works in collaboration with adidas once again and this time, the spotlight hits the ZX 10,000 sneaker model as the canvas silhouette. The chunky shoes were first remixed by the brands in... MORE
Inaugural Italian Footwear Collections
Inaugural Italian Footwear Collections
Mugler's Footwear Capsule is Designed by Casey Cadwallader
Italian footwear collections often stand out to style-minded consumers as show silhouettes embrace Italy’s rich tradition of craftsmanship and expertise in shoemaking. Italian artisans are... MORE
Top 75 Shoes Trends in April
Top 75 Shoes Trends in April
From Off-Grid All-Terrain Sneakers to Multi-Color Lifestyle Shoes
Spring has certainly sprung with this collection of April 2024 shoes trends that identify the best and brightest examples of footwear built to withstand the changing of the seasons. The arrival of... MORE
Sneaker-Like Leather Mules
Sneaker-Like Leather Mules
The Goods & Services Mule Boasts a Vibram Outsole
The Goods & Services mules are a stylish footwear option unveiled by the Los Angeles-based brand as a sneaker-inspired shoe that incorporates premium materials to create a hybrid opting between... MORE
Biomimicry Hiking Boots
Biomimicry Hiking Boots
The Design of the Vivobarefoot Jungle ESC Gleans from Mushrooms
Waterlogged hiking boots can turn an outdoor adventure into a soggy disaster and Vivobarefoot Jungle ESC boots were engineered with a unique design that allows water to swiftly enter and exit,... MORE
Next-Gen Sneaker Stores
Next-Gen Sneaker Stores
Foot Locker's Store of the Future Concept is Bolder and Easier to Shop
Foot Locker’s store of the future concept debuted at Willowbrook Mall in Wayne, New Jersey, inviting fans of sneaker culture to discover a bolder storefront, expanded footwear and accessory... MORE
Beige Suede Technical Sneakers
Beige Suede Technical Sneakers
Salomon Introduces the X-Alp Sneaker with a Suede Build
Salomon introduces a new material iteration of its X-Alp sneaker model made from suede and boasts a beige colorway palette. This is one of the textural trail running shoes that will pave the path... MORE
Iconic Irish Footwear
Iconic Irish Footwear
Buck Mason Drops Limited Collab With Padmore & Barnes
Buck Mason, in collaboration with Padmore & Barnes, has launched the Upland Chukka, marrying the classic American moc-toe design with British chukka styling. This partnership draws on the rich... MORE
Luxury Men's Footwear Collections
Luxury Men's Footwear Collections
Stuart Weitzman Embarks on a New Venture with Itss Latest Range
Stuart Weitzman, a brand renowned for its luxe footwear offerings, has extended its expertise to men with the launch of its debut luxury men’s footwear collection. Drawing on over 35 years of... MORE
Food Waste Sneakers
Food Waste Sneakers
Hellmann's Canada Launched 1352: Refreshed Sneakers with Food Waste Items
Corn, mushrooms, apples and grapes are not only common food waste items, they’re also the ingredients that went into making the 1352: Refreshed Sneakers by Hellmann’s Canada. These... MORE
Monarch Butterfly-Inspired Capsules
Monarch Butterfly-Inspired Capsules
Skechers' Monarch Capsule Emphasizes Conservation
Skechers introduces its Monarch Capsule of footwear as part of its Our Planet Matters® initiative. As part of its efforts to support conservation efforts for the endangered Monarch butterfly, the... MORE
Panelled Dynamic Technical Sneakers
Panelled Dynamic Technical Sneakers
New Balance Unveils Another Pair of 860v2 Sneakers
New Balance introduces a pair of 860v2 sneakers for the season following the silhouette’s previous drop that took place in 2023. The 860v2 gets a large inline drop this season as it is... MORE
Minimal Hybrid Chelsea Boots
Minimal Hybrid Chelsea Boots
ASICS & TAKAHIROMIYASHITATheSoloist Presents the Chelsea Sneaker Boot
ASICS works in collaboration with Takahiro Miyashita’s TAKAHIROMIYASHITATheSoloist brand to present the Chelsea Sneaker Boot for the season. The shoes have a stealthy design language and a... MORE
Compostable Suede Sneakers
Compostable Suede Sneakers
Puma Re:Suede 2.0 is a Commercial Version of an Experimental Sneaker
The Puma Re:Suede debuted in 2021 and following a two-year biodegradable and composting pilot program, Puma is releasing a commercial version of the sustainable footwear design. As part of the multi-... MORE
Minimal Cozy Velcro Sneakers
Minimal Cozy Velcro Sneakers
New Balance Introduces its New Comfortable 8040 Sneakers
New Balance introduces a new set of velcro shoes in the form of the 8040 sneakers. The drop is comprised of three shoes which are all made with a minimal design and subtle New Balance branding. It... MORE