Good news for all lovers of comfortable fashion – new sneaker trend on the horizon! And this time it is brighter than ever - the shoes actually glow. These strange sneakers have an LED strip integrated into the sole, which can be set to light up continuously, but also to change colors or flash.
Whether it's an unusual sneaker or a street shoe with flashing white light, the LED shoes signal the wearerabsolute fashion consciousness. These are often preferred by teenagers and children because they simply look cool. The cool sneaker trend is familiar from the dance floor and is particularly popular among teenagers and children. Adults are increasingly making a fashion statement on the sidewalk or, for example, while jogging.
The glowing shoes not only look good, they also have a practical use - they make evening runs or the walk after school in the dark season safer. Some models can even be set to flash or signal in different colors. It works like conventional LED strips, which reproduce the colors according to the RGB principle or only shine in cold white.
It is not possible to definitively determine who first discovered the glowing shoes. In 2011, Karl Lagerfeld surprised everyone at the presentation of his fall/winter 2011 collection at Paris Fashion Week with high, black heels, which this time also shone. The famous designer of German origin always amazes with an unseen and crazy idea on the catwalk.
The Chanel high heels with integrated small LED lights may look like they were inspired by a sci-fi film, but they have become really popular and some have not been forgotten. Hollywood actress Julianne Moore was noticed wearing black sandals that naturally glowed a good 4 years after introducing Chanel's first LED high heels at the brand's 2014/15 collection.
The hi-tech inspiration is still present in the brand's more current collections. On the spring/summer 2016 catwalk, models walked with flat trekking sandals with LED lights integrated into the ultra-thick sole. Of course, they don't look particularly delicate, but they can be used to add variety to your wardrobe. However, they suit casual clothing and are more suitable for everyday life.
Stars and celebrities have not remained indifferent to the new shoe trend. UK singer Ellie Goldung wore bright sneakers in everyday life and also at concerts in 2015, demonstrating her sense of well-being. After USA singer Jason Derulo posted a photo with his cool LED sneakers, the extraordinary model of white shoes caused a real sensation. Lilly Allen and Rita Ora appeared in 2015 with white platform sneakers and bright soles by the designer Ashish Gupta, who has now become famous for his flashing and glittering fashion. Even fashion icon Victoria Beckham shared a fun Instagram photo of how she relaxes and puts you in a good mood on Fridays.
Other fashion-conscious people or those working in the fashion industry, such as UK television presenters Fearne Cotton and Gok, fashion bloggers worldwide, also present unusual looks with sneakers that are guaranteed to attract attention. The celebrities are also good advertising, which aims to bring the extravagant, but not cheap, shoes closer to the masses. For young people and fashionistas, they are definitely seen as role models and their individual styling serves as inspiration. It should not be forgotten that trends have their price. You can get designer shoes for around 480 euros or inexpensive ones for around 78 euros.
Of course, top sports brands like Adidas have responded to the interest and have now equipped their ultra-light Yeezy model with an LED light in the sole. During the day, the sneakers can hardly be distinguished from their traditional version and ensure the comfort when running that the highly popular model offers. The running shoes come in a wide range of colors for the upper material and are equally suitable for men and women.
Nike trusted a different sales strategy and equipped a classic model with LEDs. Perhaps the brand's top seller and the favorite shoe of young and old for decades - Nike Air Force One. The model is well suited for such a 'conversion' due to its relatively thick and robust sole, where the small lights are well protected. The material of the sole also creates a diffuse light, which doesn't catch the eye.
White sneakers have now become a must-have for women's and men's wardrobes and have earned an honored place in the shoe cabinet of every contemporary person. And not without reason - they go with every outfit, are comfortable and simply stylish. They recently also come with an exceptionally bright sole. A real eye-catcher and also a trend shoe for 2016!
The black version is also a good choice, of course if the wearer prefers to wear dark shades. There is no need for such a large selection of different colors of the upper material, as the sparkling lights are an eye-catcher. In the models with colored light, you can set one foot to light up differently from the others.
The LED models are above all gender-neutral and are therefore perfect for creating a partner look. They are also available in children's sizes and enable clever combinations for children and parents in the style of Mini-Me outfits. You can design your own shoes that glow in the dark and do it very cheaply. Fluorescent colors can be found in hobby shops and can also be applied to the sole or upper material. Just choose the color according to the material and experiment with neon colors. However, these do not glow per se, but rather reflect the light.
