Trend Hunter has done several features on eccentric high-heeled shoes that are killer, mean-looking and just plain dangerous. The batch of footwear we bring you today features a wide range of very eclectic and eccentric styles punctuated, in my opinion, by designer John Galliano's violet double platform contraptions with super-skinny heels.
Steve McQueen's black, open-toed glassy boots with the glass dagger for a heel can double as weapons in a dark-alley encounter, since they're impossible to run in. With heels at these heights, it's no wonder catwalk models are falling flat on their faces. Walking on these mini-torture chambers, which look like they're pulled straight from the Middle Ages, is an extreme sport in itself.
Ankle-Breaking Apparel
9 Disaster-Inducing Designs
Trend Themes
1. Eccentric High-heeled Shoes - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in designing comfortable and safe high-heeled shoes that still maintain a unique and eccentric style.
2. Dangerous Footwear Designs - Potential to create footwear designs that incorporate safety features while still being edgy and fashion-forward.
3. Extreme Sport Shoes - Innovation opportunity to develop shoes that are specifically designed for extreme sports or activities, providing both style and functionality.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can capitalize on the demand for unique and eccentric shoe designs while also prioritizing safety and comfort.
2. Athletic Footwear - Opportunity for the athletic footwear industry to create specialized shoes for extreme sports that combine performance and style.
3. Safety Equipment - Innovation potential in the safety equipment industry to develop protective gear that is stylish and appealing to those participating in extreme sports or activities.