# Villianous Footwear The Adidas x Star Wars ZX 8000 Emperor is Full of the Dark Force By Francis Tiangson | Published 2011-03-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-x-star-wars-zx-8000-emperor References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2011/03/star-wars-x-adidas-originals-emperor-palpatine-zx-8000) & [joshkeyes.net](http://www.joshkeyes.net/) The [Adidas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arctic-night) x Star Wars ZX 8000 Emperor are the latest addition to the [Adidas x Star Wars collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-collection-2). These kicks take their inspiration from the villainous Emperor Palpatine who corrupted the mind of the young Anneken Skywalker, who later turned into Darth Vader. These black kicks feature piercing blue detailing that seems to radiate and glow with the evil energy of the dark force. The soles also have a wicked lightning graphic that references the maniacal powers of the evil ruler. The Adidas x Star Wars ZX 8000 Emperor also has soles that glow in the dark adding a truly sinister aura to these sneaks. You might be able to out play any Jedi in these [sporty Star Wars shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-x-columbia-collection). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sci-fi Fashion:** Fashion brands designing sci-fi themed clothing and accessories. - **Fan Apparel:** Fashion collaborations with popular franchises to create iconic apparel for fans. - **Glow-in-the-dark Sportswear:** Trend of sportswear featuring glow-in-the-dark elements for a unique and edgy look. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Designing and manufacturing footwear and apparel that incorporate iconic and trendsetting pop culture references for fans. - **Sports:** Creating sportswear that incorporates unique design elements such as glow-in-the-dark features for added excitement and style. - **Entertainment:** Anthropomorphic role-playing themed merchandise from movies, games, and shows that can provide a highly engaged audience with collectibles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dark Sci-Fi Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/darc-sport.md) - [Villain-Esque Tonal Slip-On Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-goblin-colorway.md) - [Villain-Themed Shoe Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kith-for-asics.md) - [Villain-Inspired Futuristic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-flightposite.md) - [Thematic Ombre-Effect Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-hightop-sneakers.md) - [Villain-Centric Collaboration Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tekken-8.md) - [80s-Inspired Sci-Fi Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alien-romulus-reebok-bb-4000-ii-mid-shoes.md) - [Sci-Fi Franchise-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-collection-2.md) - [Comedic Sci-Fi Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fun-ghostbusters-sneakers.md)