# Satanic Rock Shoes Vans Releases KISS Pack Sneakers for Rockstars By Christina Butty | Published 2009-06-20 | Marketing Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/80s-hair-theme-shoes-vans-x-kiss-pack References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2009/06/19/vans-x-kiss-rock-and-roll-over-pack/#more-48225) & [zozo.jp](http://zozo.jp/shop/flauge/goods.html?gid=433511&did=&cid=1518) Released recently is the Vans Kiss Pack which consists of a classic [Slip-on](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slip-on-rs) and a [Sk8](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kpop-demon-hunters-1) Hi sneaker. The shoe features the “Rock and Roll Over” art on the black canvas. I’m sure that die-hard Kiss fans will be seeking these babies out. I especially like how when you put your feet together, you get a collage of the whole band. Sweet! **Implications** - Pop culture fans are increasingly choosing to purchase commemorative fashion that celebrates a favorite icon. These shoes feature artwork of the [rock band Kiss](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lugz-x-ozzy-osbourne). Companies can take advantage of this opportunity by creating branded versions of their products to reach specific target markets of diehard music fans. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Marketing](https://www.trendhunter.com/marketing) > [Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/branding) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Pop Culture Fashion:** Commemorative fashion celebrating favorite icons is increasingly popular among pop culture fans. - **Branded Products:** Companies can create branded versions of their products to reach specific target markets of diehard music fans. - **Celebrity Collaborations:** Collaborating with celebrities or artists to design unique products such as shoes can attract loyal fans and spark interest in new customers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion companies can take advantage of the opportunity to create branded versions of their products to reach specific target markets of diehard music fans. - **Music Merchandise:** The music merchandise industry can expand their offerings beyond traditional t-shirts and posters by collaborating with artists to create unique products such as shoes. - **Footwear:** Footwear companies can collaborate with music artists to create unique limited edition designs that appeal to a specific fanbase, creating a new market for their products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [K-Pop Movie Shoe Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kpop-demon-hunters-1.md) - [K-Pop Film Shoe Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kpop-demon-hunters-collection.md) - [Kiss-Covered Collaboration Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vaquera-x-nike-air-max-dn8.md) - [Harajuku-Inspired Slip-Ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harajuku-punk.md) - [Bejeweled Checkered Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mattias-gollin.md) - [Music-Oriented Skateboarding Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-skool-music.md) - [All-Over Patterned Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anarchy-is-the-key.md) - [Collab Fashion Trainers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentino-x-vans.md) - [Fashion-Inspired Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-skool-36-souvenir.md)