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Branded sneakers used to be a niche premium gift. In 2026 they are showing up in welcome kits at scale-ups and partner programs at…
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Branded sneakers used to be a niche premium gift. In 2026 they are showing up in welcome kits at scale-ups and partner programs at enterprises.
We tracked 6 sneaker trends shaping branded merchandise this year. Material shifts, on-foot color palettes, and which silhouettes are reading as on-brand for fintech, SaaS, and consumer teams.
Useful before sourcing for a flagship internal drop or a top-tier partner program.
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