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.
Top 50 Shoes Trends in December
From Phygital Sneaker Releases to Recycled Emissions Footwear:
Elena Rahman — Dec 11, 2021 — Fashion

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Crystal-Covered Low Top Sneakers
The Swarovski x Nike Air Force 1 Has Officially Been Unveiled

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Art-Inspired Streetwear Collections
Vans and MOCA has Collaborated on a New Streetwear Collection
48
Ramen-Inspired Sneakers
Japanese Noodle Chain Tenkaippin Collaborated with le coq sportif
47
Fanciful Everyday Sneaker Styles
The CLAE Bradley High Welt Sneaker is Comfy Yet Classic
46
Basketball-Inspired Sneakers
Reebok Launched Shaqnosis “Shaquille O’Neal x Damian Lillard” Line
45
Rapper-Designed Autumnal Sneakers
The Highly Anticipated Travis Scott X Nike Air Max 1 Has Arrived
44
Post-Adventure Recovery Footwear
The Holden Puffy Slip On Acts Like a Sleeping Bag for the Feet
43
Puffer-Inspired Slippers
The Kombi Puff Slip Slippers are Equal Parts Comfortable and Stylish
42
Undulating Molded Clogs
The Design of the Sculptural Crocs Pollex Clog Resembles a Fingerprint
41
Fashionable Fruit Waste Footwear
The ID.EIGHT Hana Light Mix Sneakers are Unisex and Cruelty-Free
40
Graphene-Infused Performance Sneakers
The norda 001 G+ Spike Has a Vibram Sole and More
39
Vegan Sustainable Luxury Shoes
Luxury Fashion Brand 'Louis Vuitton' Debuts Vegan Luxury Shoe
38
Gaming Sneaker Collabs
Xbox is Celebrating Its 20th Birthday with adidas in New 'Forum' Sneaker
37
Surrealist Collaboration Clogs
Birkenstock x Opening Ceremony's Footwear Features Art by Magritte
36
Collaborative Winter Boots
Dr. Martens and Goodhood Released a New Boot for their FW2021 Lineup
35
Co-Branded '90s-Inspred Boots
Dr. Martens and Heaven Join Forces on a New Collaboration
34
Tree-Growing Footwear
'The Johnny' is a Sustainable Shoe That Sprouts an Apple Tree When Planted
33
Layered Multicolor Sneakers
The New KAWS x sacai Nike Blazer Low Colorway Has Been Unveiled
32
Punk Rock-Inspired Sandals
The New Pleasures x Crocs Capsule Has Counter-Cultural Appeal
31
Shoe Refurbishment Programs
Uggrenew Supports Restoration with Refresh & Restore Services
30
Post-Workout Relaxation Footwear
The HOKA Ora 2 Recovery Shoe is Ideal for Leisure Wear
29
Next-Gen Footwear Pop-Ups
The Stride Rite Pop-Up Supports Shopping Straight from Phones
28
Festive Sneaker Events
The Sleigh Drop by eBay Shares a Curated Collection of Coveted Sneakers
27
Tree Fiber Trail Sneakers
The Allbirds SWT Trail Running Shoes are Made with TENCEL Lyocell
26
Cartoon Anniversary Footwear Collaborations
Pokémon and Converse Collaborate on Anniversary Line
25
Pop Art Sneaker Collections
These Reebok Shoes Are Inspired By Keith Haring's Art From the 1980s
24
Peach-Themed Basketball Shoes
adidas is Set to Drop the Trae Young 1 'Peach Tree' Mid November
23
Sports Agent-Designed Sneakers
Rich Paul Reveals His Own Signature New Balance 550
22
Phygital Sneaker Releases
DIESEL Launches the PROTOTYPE Sneaker with Accompanying NFT
21
Zero-Drop Hiker Sneakers
The Lems Primal Pursuit Sneakers Have 3.5mm Lugs for Impressive Traction
20
Iconic Utilitarian Boots
Dr. Martens and A-COLD-WALL Debut a Black Iteration of the Classic 1461
19
Stuffed-Bear-Themed Sneakers
'Vans Vault' Launched a New 'Unstuffed Animal' Mid Sneaker
18
Indigenous-Inspired Streetwear Sneakers
Pharrell and adidas Unveil the Humanrace Sičhona in Black
17
Metal Band-Themed Work Boots
Wolverine and Metallica Join Forces to Launch Three New Boots
16
Multimedia Vibrant Footwear
Artist Geoff McFetrdige Creates a Vault by Vans Capsule
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Recycled Emissions Footwear
'On Running' Has Launched 'CleanCloud,' a Shoe Foam Created From CO2
14
Supercharged Running Insoles
Spenco's Propel & Propel + Carbon Insoles Feature Running Shoe Tech
13
Tech-Fueled Footwear Pop-Ups
Hotter Shoes' Pop-Up Store Includes a Footprint 3D Scanner
12
Sleek Bubble Heeled Sneakers
LMNTS Unveils New Suede and Nylon Sneaker Dubbed the 'Lunar Low'
11
Purple-Toned Retro Sneakers
New Balance Set to Drop 'Purple/Silver Metallic' Version of the 992
10
Embroidered Multi-Color Sneakers
Nike Reveals New Air Sprung Collection Featuring Air Max 95
9
Celeb-Branded Sneaker Cleaning Kits
Crep Protect and DJ Khaled Launch 'We The Best' Cleaning Box
8
Pearlescent Ballet Flats
Tieks Dropped Limited-Edition Black Friday Ballet Flats
7
Hybrid Climbing Sneakers
KEEN's New Jasper Silhouette Blends Hiking Elements with Modern Design
6
Biodegradable Suede Sneakers
PUMA Unveils Its Most Eco-friendly Sneaker Yet, the Re:Suede
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Low-Impact Sneakers
The YY Nation Nimbo is the "Lowest Carbon Footprint Sneaker in the World"
4
Retro Basketball-Inspired Shoes
Midwest Kids Launches First-Ever adidas Originals Collection
3
Surfing-Themed Wheeled Shoes
These 'Heelys' Shoes Showcase a Californian Surf Aesthetic
2
Comedic Footwear Campaigns
The UGG Holiday Campaign Stars Comedians Heidi Gardner & Mikey Day
1
Low-Impact Hiking Boots
Erem's Biocircular Desert Hiking Boots are Easy on the Environment
Related Ideas
Open-Stitch Designed Lifestyle Shoes
Nike Highlights a Look at the Killshot 2 Sneaker
Cushioned Computer-Generated Shoes
The Loewe x On Cloudtilt Uses Computer-Generated Midsole Tech
Ultra-Cushioned Performance Sneakers
Introducing The All-New Cloudeclipse by On
Minimalist New Year Sneakers
On Year of the Snake Cloudtilt Marks the Lunar New Year
Space Exploration Sneaker Styles
The 2024 Reebok x NASA Shoes Come in Several Familiar Models
Retro-Inspired Sneaker Hybrids
Martine Rose and Nike Create a Hybrid Air Max Sneaker
Futuristic Sandal Hybrid Sneakers
The Versace Mercury Boasts a Stealthy Chunky Silhouette
Futuristic Slip-On Sneaker Models
The Nike Clogposite Returns After it Debuted in the Early 2000s
AI-Generated Footwear Designs
PUMA Launches AI-Enhanced Inverse Sneaker Collection
Futuristic Slip-On Shoes
Adidas Unveils 'Climacool' for a Minimalist Lightweight Footwear Option
Hyper-Comfort Eco Sneakers
The Nike InfinityRN 4 Features the Brand's ReactX Foam
Silver Foil Logo Sneakers
Nike's Air Max Pegasus 89 G Gets a Phoenix Open Colorway
Seasonal High-Performance Sneakers
The Adidas NMD_S1 Now Comes in Understated Color Options
Progressive Fabrication Footwear
Assa Studio Limited Launches the Evolve Footwear Capsule
Soft Suede Premium Sneakers
Prada Introduces a New Trail Sneaker with Plush Suede
Boldly Designed Zipped Sneakers
Nike Breathes Life Back to its Air Max Sunder Sneaker
Festive Crackled Low-Cut Sneakers
The New Nike Dunk Low Halloween Prepares for the Holidays
Neutral Tonal Lifestyle Footwear
DJ and New Balance Join to Unveil New 9060 Sneaker Colorways
Corn-Cushioned Running Shoes
Saucony Has Launched Sustainable Shoes Using Renewable Materials
Luxurious Minimal Sneakers
On x LOEWE Introduce the Sustainable Cloudtilt Collaboration
Versatile Cushioning Sneakers
The Nike Pegasus Premium Has a Sculpted and Visible Air Zoom Unit
00s-Inspired Technical Clogs
The Nike Clogposite Gets Another Remix with a Slip-On Shape
Perforated Breathable Mesh Footwear
The adiFOM Climacool Shoes have an Eco-Friendly Shell
Second-Skin Luxury Footwear
Balenciaga Presents the Dynamic Zero Shoe with Unique Grip
Collaborative Technical Footwear
Nicole McLaughlin Launches a Merrell 1TRL Collaboration
Dynamic Thigh-High Tech Sneakers
Voo Store Joins On Running to Create a Unique New Sneaker
Performance-Ready Running Shoes
New Balance Spotlights the Fresh Foam X 1080 v13
Juxtaposing Dynamic Running Shoes
The adiSTAR Cushion Sneakers have a Retro Design
In-Game Digital Sneakers
Nike and Fortnite Launched Four Digital Sneakers
Metallic Joint-Crafted Sneakers
Ronnie Fieg ASICS Bring Life Back to the GEL-Kayano 12
Street Style Training Sneakers
The Adidas Y-3 Running Collection Includes Four Styles
Chunky Collaborative Fashionable Shoes
adidas and Y-3 Introduce the Newest Range of Footwear
Revived Mixed-Material Lifestyle Sneakers
Nike Breathes Life Back to the Air Terra Humara Sneaker
Futuristic Layered Sneaker Models
Nike's Air Max Portal Shoes Boasts a Chunky Silhouette
Football Boot-Inspired Sneakers
Nike Launches the Air Max Plus Tiempo Sneaker Model
AI-Backed Sneaker Design Platforms
Nike Introduces the AIRImagination Platform of Design
Lifestyle-Catering Molded Footwear
adidas Presents the Harden Vol. 9 in a Molded Leather Look
Cosmic-Inspired Running Shoes
Nike Introduces a Look at its New Cosmic Runner Model
Sustainable Sneaker Collaborations
The VEJA x Ref Venturi Sneakers are Offered in Two Colorways
Experimental Shoe Collections
CAMPERLAB Releases Highly Irregular Footwear Designs
Green Panelling Lifestyle Sneakers
Nike Offers a New Colorway of the Air Max 90 Future Shoe
Sporty Dynamic Futuristic Footwear
adidas and James Harden Presents the Cyber Metallic Vol. 9
Athletic Performance Essentials
Nike Streamlines Running Collection with Cushioning Categories
Impact-Absorption Leather Sneakers
Nike Introduces a New Premium Touch to the Shox Sneaker
Cozy Sustainable Sneaker Styles
The VEJA SDU REC Flannel Sneakers Have Recycled Materials
Camo-Patterned Collaborative Sneakers
BAPE and adidas Originals Join on a Sneaker Model
Textural Breathable Lifestyle Shoes
CLOT Takes a Spin at a Pair of the adidas Gazelle Sneakers
Sleek Low-Cut Lifestyle Sneakers
Nike Presents the New Court Shot Sneaker with Minimal Design
Futuristic Rapper-Backed Shoes
Drake's 'NOCTA Glide' is Launching in Multiple New Colorways
Collaborative Fashion Puffy Boots
adidas and Moon Boot Work in Collaboration on the BOOST Sneaker
Boldly Tonal Patient-Designed Sneakers
Nike Unveils the 2024 Doernbecher Freestyle Collection
Weatherized Lifestyle Sneakers
adidas Introduces its GORE-TEX Gazelle for the Season Ahead
Villain-Inspired Futuristic Sneakers
Nike Presents a New Iteration of the Air Flightposite Sneaker
Bio-Based Recovery Footwear
The KANE x 1% for the Planet Shoe Supports Meaningful Change
Next-Generation Runner Sneakers
The Nike Structure 25 Merges Comfort, Technology and Performance
Lightweight Recycled Running Sneakers
The ASICS NIMBUS MIRAI Sneaker has a Sustainable Build
Minimal Sleek Skate Sneakers
CLOT and adidas Remix a New Pair of Gazelle Sneakers
Premium Low-Cut Lifestyle Sneakers
Nike Unveils a Stealthy Air Force 1 Low Paris Sneaker
Bold Suede Fashionable Sneakers
The New Dries Van Noten Suede Sneaker Boasts Bright Hues
Grinded Sneaker-Made Sustainable Shoes
ASICS and Studio Hagel Join Forces on the Stealthy NEOCURVE
Formal-Ready Collaborative Footwear
CLOT and adidas Join Forces on a New Sneaker Model
Crackled Holiday-Inspired Shoes
Nike Debuts the Dunk Low and Air Force 1 in 'Halloween' Iterations
Synthetic Leather Lifestyle Sneakers
Nike Adds a New Air Max Pulse to its Have a Nike Day Series
Revived Stealthy Collaborative Footwear
Drake's NOCTA Revives the Retro Nike Zoom Drive Sneaker
Minimal Chunky Running Shoes
NAMESAKE Takes a Spin at a Pair of its Own adidas Sneaker for SS25
Digital-World-Based Shoe Collections
adidas Debuts the 'STEPN GO x adidas Ultraboost 5'
Knitted Breathable Dynamic Sneakers
Nike Introduces the Air Max Flyknit Venture Sneaker
Bright Video Game-Inspired Footwear
Onitsuka Tiger Launches a Street Fighter-inspired Sneaker
Stealthy Updated Lifestyle Sneakers
NOCTA Gives a New Update to the Nike Air Zoom Drive
Glowing Collaborative Y2K Sneakers
Dover Street Market and Nike Present a Glowing Vomero 5
Bulbous Dynamic Knitted Sneakers
Nike Shines a Spotlight on the Air Max Flyknit Venture
Gold-Toe Sneaker Lines
The Made in Schiaparelli Sneaker Blends Streetwear & High-End Sensibilities
Co-Designed Ultra-Light Sneakers
LOEWE and On Have Reimagined the Cloudtilt 2.0 Sneaker
Dynamic Sci-Fi Fashion Collabs
Fendi and MAD Architects Join Forces on a Futuristic Capsule
Dynamic Retro Running Shoes
Nike Brings Back the Air Pegasus 2005 Sneaker Model
Sustainable Color-Blocked Sneakers
Colville Taps Diadora to Design a Colorful Shoe Silhouette
Revived Dynamic Running Sneakers
adidas' Adistar Cushion 3 Gets a New Visual Update by atmos
Co-Branded Premium Running Shoes
LOEWE and On Bring Forth New Cloudtilt 2 Colorways
Revived Collaborative Running Shoes
Joe Freshgoods Joins New Balance on the 1000 Sneaker Collab
Vibrant Festive Basketball Shoes
Nike Presents the New KD17 Christmas Sneaker Model
Innovation-Forward Running Shoes
The adidas SWITCH FWD Boasts Enhanced Performance
Rugged Winterized Stealthy Boots
Nike Introduces the New Lunar Force 1 Duckboot
Outdoor Explorative Trail-Tested Shoes
adidas Presents the New Skychaser GORE-TEX Footwear Model
Crimson Tonal Retro Sneakers
The Air Jordan 13 Comes in a Retro Dune Red Colorway
Designer-Backed Low-Cut Sneakers
adidas and Stella McCartney Create a New Court Boost
Reinterpreted Sleek Track Sneakers
Nike Updates the Lunar Sneakers with the Lunar Roam Shoe
Mesh-Heavy Collaborative Footwear
ASICS and Hal Studios Launch a New Collaborative Shoe
Technical Vibrant Running Sneakers
Nike Unveils the New Dynamic Alphafly 3 Sneaker Model
Weatherized Technical Fall Footwear
Suicoke Presents its New Collection for the FW23 Season
Vinyl Toy-Inspired Glowing Sneakers
Nike Presents a Glowing Air Max 1 '87 and Terminator Low PRM
Mushroom Leather-Made Sneakers
Sean Wotherspoon Designs More adidas Gazelle Sneakers
Shiny Fashion-Forward Sneakers
Ganni Joins Forces with New Balance on a New Fresh Foam Shoe
Olympic-Ready Elevated Footwear
Nike Optimizes its Air Cushioning Tech in New Range of Shoes
Breathable Eco-Friendly Sneakers
The National Geographic Launch the Contour Zero Sneakers
Dynamic Collaborative Sneakers
adidas Presents the CLOT Superstar Sneaker with Bold Accents
Dynamic Collaborative Bright Clogs
Nike and Supreme Join Forces on a Pair of Clogposite
Clog-Expansive Sneaker Brands
Crocs is Officially Pushing More Boundaries in Sneakers
Creamy Tonal Lifestyle Sneakers
The Nike Pegasus Wave Sneaker Gets a Sail and Coconut Milk Hue
Inaugural Sustainable Sneaker Collections
Gabriela Hearst Debuts The Ohio Footwear Line
Dynamic Fashion-Forward Basketball Shoes
Balenciage Presents its First Basketball Sneaker Model
Colorful Collaborative Tech Sneakers
Jae Tips and Saucony Unveil the To Do List Collection
Sleek Retro-Futuristic Sneaker Models
The Upcoming New Balance 2000 ABZORB Boasts a Blue Hue
Fashion-Forward Lifestyle Sneakers
Valentino Garavani Unveils a New Pair of Premium Sneakers
Collaborative Multi-Material Sneakers
Nike and Stüssy Unveil a Special Pair of the LD-1000 Sneaker
Retro Slim Shoe Releases
The Nike Air Superfly Makes a Bold and Stylish Comeback
Sustainable Knitted Toddler Sneakers
Nike Launches the Swoosh 1 Trainer with Colorful Details
Ultra-Thin Premium Fashion Sneakers
Prada Introduces a Look at the Dynamic Collapse Sneaker
Sustainable Vintage Shoes
Allbirds' New Sneaker Silhouette Represents Transformation for the Brand
Food Waste-Crafted Shoes
Frank and Oak Showcase a New Circular Zero-Waste Sneaker
Sustainable Carbon-Neutral Sneakers
Allbirds Launches the 'M0.0NSHOT' Carbon-Neutral Sneakers
Sustainable Running Shoe Designs
The Circle SuperNatural Runner is Fully Made in Europe
Festive Vibrant Lifestyle Sneakers
New Balance Presents a Grinch-Themed 990v4 Sneaker
Recycled Aluminum Sneakers
The nat-2 Sleek Alchemist Sneaker is Made from PCR Aluminum Foil
Sustainable Running Gear
Cloudneo and Cyclon-T: On's Innovations in Eco-Friendly Running Gear
Redesigned Flagship Running Shoes
The Adidas Ultraboost 5X Features the Brand's Primeknit Upper
Metallic Chunky Retro Sneakers
Nike's Cosmic Unity 3 Sneaker Gets a New Silver Update
Couture Technical Sneaker Models
Juntae Kim Remixes a Pair of Salomon Sneakers for Fashion Week
Cork-Based Lifestyle Sneakers
CLOT Details the Nike Dunk Low Sneakers with Cork Details
Warped Collaborative Breathable Footwear
Stone Island and New Balance Tease the C1 Sneaker
Spring-Ready Stealthy Joint Sneakers
Supreme Remixes a Nike Air Max DN Sneaker Model
Organic Sleek Avant-Garde Sneakers
adidas Y-3 Presents New Shoes Inspired by Contra-Natural
Slim-Structural Leather Sneakers
adidas Shines a Spotlight at the Country OG Sneaker
Futuristic Minimal Basketball Sneakers
adidas Originals Launches the Crazy Infinity Shoe Today
Sporty Perforated Slip-On Shoes
Jordan Brand is Planning to Release its Own Foam Clogs
Footwear Heritage-Honoring Fashion
Clints Celebrates its Footwear Archives in its Latest Capsule
Stealthy Technical Sneaker Models
COMME des GARÇONS and Salomon Create a Special XT-6 Sneaker
Seasonal Stealthy Running Shoes
Post Archive Faction Introduces the New Cloudventure Peak
Sustainable Dad-Style Sneakers
Reformation Launches a New Footwear Silhouette with Veja
Earthy Tonal Rugged Sneakers
Palace Remixes the adidas ZX 10,000 Sneaker Model
Phygital Luxury Sneakers
The Dior B33 Sneakers Use NFC Tech to Link to a Digital Twin
Game-Inspired Breathable Footwear
Fortnite and adidas Join on an UltraBOOST Collection
Textural Chunky Collaborative Footwear
KITH and adidas Join Forces with a Festive Sneaker Capsule
Luxe Organically Shaped Shoes
MAD Architects and Fendi Create a Dynamic Sneaker Model
Stylish Everyday Men's Footwear
Lululemon Introduces the New Men's Footwear Collection
Artist-Designed Phygital Sneakers
adidas' Digital Pass Can Be Redeemed for Physical Sneakers
Fashion Collaborative Sneaker Models
CLOT and adidas Join Forces Once Again on a SS24 Series
Weatherized Collaborative Leather Shoes
nanamica and PUMA Join Forces on a PUMA Clyde
Sleek Retro Basketball Sneakers
NOCTA and Nike Join to Highlight the Zoom Flight 95
Dynamic Technical Seasonal Footwear
Suicoke Presents its New Footwear for the SS24 Season
Puffed Futuristic Collaborative Footwear
Rains and Zellerfeld Join Forces on the Puffer Sneaker