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# Pea Coat Footwear
The Admiral Navy Sneakers Class Up Your Shoe Collection

By Brian G Randles | Published 2009-10-18 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/admiral-navy-sneakers
References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2009/10/18/admiral-fallwinter-2009-navy-sneakers/) & [item.rakuten.co.jp](http://item.rakuten.co.jp/ripe/adm-sjad0707/)

The Admiral Navy Sneakers are a quick way to class up your shoe collection. Although not necessarily practical, the Navy sneakers seen here will definitely keep the wind off of your toes.

Admiral has in business since 1914. They were the official outfitter of the British Navy, and although not the first to come out with the pea coat-inspired shoe, they are certainly the most qualified to do so. Check out more on the Admiral Navy sneakers at the link below.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.0/10
- Popularity: 70% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Military-inspired Fashion:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Develop stylish footwear incorporating design elements inspired by military uniforms.
- **Heritage Brands Revival:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Reimagine traditional brands with a modern twist to appeal to a new generation of consumers.
- **Luxury Streetwear:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Combine high fashion and streetwear aesthetics to create elevated sneakers that bridge the gap between casual and formal.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Fashion:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Explore the intersection of fashion and functionality to create unique and stylish footwear options.
- **Footwear:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Integrate traditional design elements from other industries, such as military uniforms, into footwear to create distinctive and fashionable shoes.
- **Heritage Brands:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Revive heritage brands by infusing modern elements into their products to attract a wider consumer base.

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