# Graphically Retro Platforms Akira's Privileged Captain Mary Jane is a Modern Take on Nostalgia By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-06-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/akira References: [shopakira](http://www.shopakira.com/products/privileged-captain-mary-jane.html) & [shopakira](http://www.shopakira.com/products) The Privileged Captain Mary Jane from fashion retailer Akira is a fresh and modern take on a retro footwear design from the 60s and 70s. The graphically printed platform features an almond shaped toe, front lace accents and two adjustable ankle Velcro straps. Standing on a 3 3/4" heel and a 1 1/2" platform, this shoe also features metallic gold detailing and a lug sole that allows for extra traction and stability. Akira's Privileged Captain Mary Jane is an affordable take on [Prada's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toblach) runway designs that remix retro styling for a new generation of fashion lovers. The shoes are crafted from vegan materials that are all man-made and are a vibrant statement piece that can be worn at any occasion. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Retro-inspired Footwear:** Exploring nostalgic designs with a modern twist, there is an opportunity to create retro-inspired footwear that appeals to the current generation of fashion enthusiasts. - **Graphic Print Platforms:** The combination of artistic graphic prints and platform shoe designs presents an opportunity to create visually striking and attention-grabbing footwear styles. - **Affordable Runway Remix:** Providing affordable alternatives to high-end runway designs allows for the creation of fashionable pieces that cater to a wider consumer base. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers can capitalize on the trend of retro-inspired footwear by offering a diverse range of modernized and affordable designs. - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Footwear manufacturers can innovate by incorporating graphic prints into their platforms, providing unique and visually appealing options to consumers. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Sustainable fashion brands have an opportunity to create retro-inspired footwear using vegan materials and eco-friendly manufacturing processes, catering to environmentally conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Perforated Slip-On Mary Janes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mary-jane-clog.md) - [Retro Hybrid Mary Janes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bondi-mary-jane.md) - [Contemporary Iconic Flats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/idra-mary-jane.md) - [Romanticized Shoe Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mademe-x-dr-martens-1461-quad-shoe.md) - [Strapped Technical Mary Janes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rx-marie-jeanne.md) - [Premium Timeless Mary Janes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beatrice-domond.md) - [Feminine Technical Fashion Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xtmary-jane.md) - [Stylish Platform Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bae-clog.md) - [Unique Platform-Style Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platformstyle-sandals.md)