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Top 50 Shoes Trends in December

From Phygital Sneaker Releases to Recycled Emissions Footwear

— December 11, 2021 — Fashion
The December 2021 shoes roundup features new interpretations of footwear. Shoe companies are focusing on incorporating new styles and materials to create futuristic designs for today's consumers.

One example of this is On Running, a footwear technology development company that created shoe foam from CO2 emissions. Dubbed CleanCloud, the material was made by capturing CO2, concentrating it into ethylene gas, and refining it into EVA pellets. On Running adapts to the climate crisis by offering a cutting-edge solution to CO2 emissions.

Another way that companies are adapting to the changing world is through digitalized sneakers. DIESEL launched the PROTOTYPE Sneaker design with an accompanying NFT. The shoe brand aims to revolutionize conventional sneaker silhouettes and enter the digital sphere as NFTs gain rapid consumer traction.
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Comedic Footwear Campaigns
Comedic Footwear Campaigns
The UGG Holiday Campaign Stars Comedians Heidi Gardner & Mikey Day
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Pearlescent Ballet Flats
Pearlescent Ballet Flats
Tieks Dropped Limited-Edition Black Friday Ballet Flats
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46
Purple-Toned Retro Sneakers
Purple-Toned Retro Sneakers
New Balance Set to Drop 'Purple/Silver Metallic' Version of the 992
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45
Surfing-Themed Wheeled Shoes
Surfing-Themed Wheeled Shoes
These 'Heelys' Shoes Showcase a Californian Surf Aesthetic
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44
Recycled Emissions Footwear
Recycled Emissions Footwear
'On Running' Has Launched 'CleanCloud,' a Shoe Foam Created From CO2
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Tech-Fueled Footwear Pop-Ups
Tech-Fueled Footwear Pop-Ups
Hotter Shoes' Pop-Up Store Includes a Footprint 3D Scanner
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42
Shoe Refurbishment Programs
Shoe Refurbishment Programs
Uggrenew Supports Restoration with Refresh & Restore Services
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41
Low-Impact Hiking Boots
Low-Impact Hiking Boots
Erem's Biocircular Desert Hiking Boots are Easy on the Environment
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40
Festive Sneaker Events
Festive Sneaker Events
The Sleigh Drop by eBay Shares a Curated Collection of Coveted Sneakers
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39
Indigenous-Inspired Streetwear Sneakers
Indigenous-Inspired Streetwear Sneakers
Pharrell and adidas Unveil the Humanrace Sičhona in Black
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38
Celeb-Branded Sneaker Cleaning Kits
Celeb-Branded Sneaker Cleaning Kits
Crep Protect and DJ Khaled Launch 'We The Best' Cleaning Box
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37
Multimedia Vibrant Footwear
Multimedia Vibrant Footwear
Artist Geoff McFetrdige Creates a Vault by Vans Capsule
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36
Biodegradable Suede Sneakers
Biodegradable Suede Sneakers
PUMA Unveils Its Most Eco-friendly Sneaker Yet, the Re:Suede
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35
Zero-Drop Hiker Sneakers
Zero-Drop Hiker Sneakers
The Lems Primal Pursuit Sneakers Have 3.5mm Lugs for Impressive Traction
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34
Supercharged Running Insoles
Supercharged Running Insoles
Spenco's Propel & Propel + Carbon Insoles Feature Running Shoe Tech
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33
Embroidered Multi-Color Sneakers
Embroidered Multi-Color Sneakers
Nike Reveals New Air Sprung Collection Featuring Air Max 95
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32
Sports Agent-Designed Sneakers
Sports Agent-Designed Sneakers
Rich Paul Reveals His Own Signature New Balance 550
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31
Sleek Bubble Heeled Sneakers
Sleek Bubble Heeled Sneakers
LMNTS Unveils New Suede and Nylon Sneaker Dubbed the 'Lunar Low'
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30
Tree Fiber Trail Sneakers
Tree Fiber Trail Sneakers
The Allbirds SWT Trail Running Shoes are Made with TENCEL Lyocell
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29
Stuffed-Bear-Themed Sneakers
Stuffed-Bear-Themed Sneakers
'Vans Vault' Launched a New 'Unstuffed Animal' Mid Sneaker
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28
Next-Gen Footwear Pop-Ups
Next-Gen Footwear Pop-Ups
The Stride Rite Pop-Up Supports Shopping Straight from Phones
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27
Metal Band-Themed Work Boots
Metal Band-Themed Work Boots
Wolverine and Metallica Join Forces to Launch Three New Boots
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Collaborative Winter Boots
Collaborative Winter Boots
Dr. Martens and Goodhood Released a New Boot for their FW2021 Lineup
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25
Retro Basketball-Inspired Shoes
Retro Basketball-Inspired Shoes
Midwest Kids Launches First-Ever adidas Originals Collection
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24
Iconic Utilitarian Boots
Iconic Utilitarian Boots
Dr. Martens and A-COLD-WALL Debut a Black Iteration of the Classic 1461
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23
Pop Art Sneaker Collections
Pop Art Sneaker Collections
These Reebok Shoes Are Inspired By Keith Haring's Art From the 1980s
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22
Phygital Sneaker Releases
Phygital Sneaker Releases
DIESEL Launches the PROTOTYPE Sneaker with Accompanying NFT
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21
Peach-Themed Basketball Shoes
Peach-Themed Basketball Shoes
adidas is Set to Drop the Trae Young 1 'Peach Tree' Mid November
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20
Gaming Sneaker Collabs
Gaming Sneaker Collabs
Xbox is Celebrating Its 20th Birthday with adidas in New 'Forum' Sneaker
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19
Layered Multicolor Sneakers
Layered Multicolor Sneakers
The New KAWS x sacai Nike Blazer Low Colorway Has Been Unveiled
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18
Post-Workout Relaxation Footwear
Post-Workout Relaxation Footwear
The HOKA Ora 2 Recovery Shoe is Ideal for Leisure Wear
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17
Vegan Sustainable Luxury Shoes
Vegan Sustainable Luxury Shoes
Luxury Fashion Brand 'Louis Vuitton' Debuts Vegan Luxury Shoe
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16
Basketball-Inspired Sneakers
Basketball-Inspired Sneakers
Reebok Launched Shaqnosis “Shaquille O’Neal x Damian Lillard”  Line
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15
Punk Rock-Inspired Sandals
Punk Rock-Inspired Sandals
The New Pleasures x Crocs Capsule Has Counter-Cultural Appeal
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14
Co-Branded '90s-Inspred Boots
Co-Branded '90s-Inspred Boots
Dr. Martens and Heaven Join Forces on a New Collaboration
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13
Ramen-Inspired Sneakers
Ramen-Inspired Sneakers
Japanese Noodle Chain Tenkaippin Collaborated with le coq sportif
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12
Fanciful Everyday Sneaker Styles
Fanciful Everyday Sneaker Styles
The CLAE Bradley High Welt Sneaker is Comfy Yet Classic
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11
Surrealist Collaboration Clogs
Surrealist Collaboration Clogs
Birkenstock x Opening Ceremony's Footwear Features Art by Magritte
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10
Undulating Molded Clogs
Undulating Molded Clogs
The Design of the Sculptural Crocs Pollex Clog Resembles a Fingerprint
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9
Hybrid Climbing Sneakers
Hybrid Climbing Sneakers
KEEN's New Jasper Silhouette Blends Hiking Elements with Modern Design
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8
Graphene-Infused Performance Sneakers
Graphene-Infused Performance Sneakers
The norda 001 G+ Spike Has a Vibram Sole and More
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7
Puffer-Inspired Slippers
Puffer-Inspired Slippers
The Kombi Puff Slip Slippers are Equal Parts Comfortable and Stylish
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6
Post-Adventure Recovery Footwear
Post-Adventure Recovery Footwear
The Holden Puffy Slip On Acts Like a Sleeping Bag for the Feet
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5
Fashionable Fruit Waste Footwear
Fashionable Fruit Waste Footwear
The ID.EIGHT Hana Light Mix Sneakers are Unisex and Cruelty-Free
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4
Rapper-Designed Autumnal Sneakers
Rapper-Designed Autumnal Sneakers
The Highly Anticipated Travis Scott X Nike Air Max 1 Has Arrived
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3
Cartoon Anniversary Footwear Collaborations
Cartoon Anniversary Footwear Collaborations
Pokémon and Converse Collaborate on Anniversary Line
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2
Crystal-Covered Low Top Sneakers
Crystal-Covered Low Top Sneakers
The Swarovski x Nike Air Force 1 Has Officially Been Unveiled
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Art-Inspired Streetwear Collections
Art-Inspired Streetwear Collections
Vans and MOCA has Collaborated on a New Streetwear Collection
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