# Scowling Cartoon Kicks The adi-RISE Mickey X Brings Style with an Attitude By Matt Ho | Published 2011-09-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adi-rise-mickey-x References: [freshnessmag](http://www.freshnessmag.com/2011/08/31/disney-x-adidas-originals-adi-rise-mickey-x/) & [mrrsportsmiami](http://mrrsportsmiami.com/2011/08/adidas-originals-x-disney-quick-strike-adi-rise-mickey-x/) [Disney](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-characters-collection) and [Adidas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stan-smith-x-spongebob-squarepants) have joined forces to bring sneaker fanatics the stylish adi-RISE Mickey X kicks. While some may quickly assume that the design will be childish due to Disney’s affiliation, I assure you that adults will want to rock a pair of these. The adi-RISE Mickey X sneakers are a pair of impressive high-tops that are fairly similar to the Derrick Rose’s adizero Crazy Lights -- but with some slight differences. It looks a little more layered due to the addition of the front and heel strap. Otherwise, the overall design strikes a great resemblance to Rose’s signature kicks. Details include Mickey’s scowling face on the tongue and the character’s legs and feet in a crossbone-like design spread throughout the upper. The adi-RISE Mickey X sneakers are limited editions and are available now in select retailers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Collaborative Branding:** Partnerships between seemingly unrelated companies allow for unique collaborations and unexpected product designs. - **Nostalgic Remixes:** Brands are tapping into consumers' childhood memories and remixing nostalgic characters and themes into modern products, creating a new emotional connection with consumers. - **Limited Edition Collectibles:** Brands are creating limited edition products that tap into consumers' desires for exclusivity and uniqueness, driving demand and increasing sales. ### Who This Affects Most - **Footwear:** The footwear industry can utilize collaborative branding and nostalgic remixes to differentiate their products in a highly competitive market. - **Fashion:** Fashion retailers can create limited edition collectibles to drive sales and create a sense of urgency for consumers to purchase. - **Entertainment:** Entertainment companies can create unique collaborations with fashion and footwear brands to create innovative products that cater to different demographics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cartoon Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stan-smith-x-spongebob-squarepants.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freizeit.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Casual Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patrick-star-superstar.md) - [Character Clog Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-characters-collection.md) - [Whimsical Character-Inspired Statement Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldo-x-disney.md) - [Mismatched Sci-Fi Cartoon Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puma-x-rick-and-morty-mb05.md) - [Thematic Ombre-Effect Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-hightop-sneakers.md) - [Festive Disney Shoe Charms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mickey-mouse-holiday-jibbitz.md) - [Scary Footwear Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocs-x-monsters-inc.md)