Short Lived Trend

1. Platform Skechers: Who needs buildings when you’ve got Skechers that could touch the clouds? These sky-high wonders promised both height and comfort, but let’s be honest, walking in them was like balancing on a wobbly unicycle. Thankfully, practicality won out, and those platforms are now collecting dust in the back of closets, a reminder that looking good shouldn’t involve risking broken ankles. 
2.  Light-Up Kicks: Back in the early 2000s, sneakers weren’t just shoes, they were mini discos! Lights blinked and glowed in mesmerizing patterns, making even the dullest hallway seem like a runway. But the batteries drained faster than a phone, and the constant tripping eventually wore thin. These luminous wonders now glow faintly in the memories of our childhood bedrooms. 
3. Rollin’ on Heelys: Remember when sidewalks became makeshift rollercoasters? Enter Heelys, the sneaky shoes that transformed every step into a mini adventure. Kids loved zipping around, but teachers weren’t too thrilled about the near-collisions in the hallways. Safety concerns and the awkward switch between rolling and walking eventually sent Heelys into a controlled spin, leaving them as a cool (but slightly dangerous) memory. 
4. Wedge Sneakers: Imagine a mashup of a chunky wedge sandal and a sporty sneaker. That’s the wedge sneaker, a Frankenstein’s monster of footwear that promised both height and athletic prowess. But let’s face it, they were about as graceful as a baby giraffe on roller skates. These hybrid wonders found themselves stranded on the fashion island of misfits, a reminder that sometimes, mixing two good things doesn’t always make something great. 
5. Sock Sensations: The line between socks and shoes got seriously blurred with the rise of sock sneakers. These snug-fitting knitted marvels promised a second-skin fit and futuristic style. But keeping them clean and odor-free proved to be a bigger challenge than climbing Mount Everest in flip-flops. Plus, let’s be honest, they often looked more like misshapen foot warmers than trendy kicks. These sock sensations quickly faded into the background, a reminder that sometimes, comfort doesn’t always equal cool.