# Pearl Metal Collaboration Kicks Alexander McQueen's Pearl and Metal Block Sandal is a Chic Hybrid By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2014-01-04 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alexander-mcqueen-pearl References: [polyvore](http://www.polyvore.com/alexander_mcqueen_pearl_metal_block/thing?id=93317617) & [luxurytrump](http://luxurytrump.com/fashion/pearl-metal-block-heel-sandal-alexander-mcqueen/) If you're looking for a pair of steppers that will grab all the attention when you step out, then the amazing Alexander McQueen Pearl and Metal Block Sandal is the shoe for you! These amazingly detailed heeled sandals bring metal and pearls together in a beautifully chic fashion never tried before. This black velvet stunning shoe features a [chunky block heel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noir-kei) in gold, accompanying the [gold accents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonder-pearl) on the platform. The pearls are embellished into the gilded gold bases around the sandal's platform, across the crown, and above the bold and beautiful heel. This stunning sandal is every diva's dream and perfect for any occasion from day to night. The Alexander McQueen Pearl and Metal Block Sandal is a versatile sandal from the Autumn/Winter collection, but definitely wearable for every single season. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 70% | 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 - **Metal-pearl Fusion:** The fusion of metal and pearls in fashion opens up opportunities for innovative designs and unique aesthetic combinations. - **Chunky Block Heels:** The trend of chunky block heels in footwear provides a platform for creating bold and statement-making shoe designs. - **Versatile Seasonal Accessories:** The demand for versatile footwear that can be worn throughout the year presents opportunities for designers to create multi-functional and adaptable shoe styles. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore the use of metal and pearls in footwear to create disruptive and visually striking designs. - **Footwear:** The footwear industry can leverage the popularity of chunky block heels to create innovative and attention-grabbing shoe styles. - **Accessories:** The accessories industry can tap into the demand for versatile seasonal accessories by creating multi-functional shoe designs that can be worn in any season. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Seasonally Appropriate Footwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petals-pearls.md) - [Unique Platform-Style Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platformstyle-sandals.md) - [Beweled Fashion Forward Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simone-rocha-2.md) - [Luxurious Holiday Gift Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2024.md) - [Limited-Edition Crystal Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stuart-weitzman-x-swarovski.md) - [Holiday-Inspired Evening Wear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2025.md) - [Ultra-Luxurious Crystal Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jimmy-choo-crystal-slipper.md) - [Romanticized Shoe Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mademe-x-dr-martens-1461-quad-shoe.md) - [Sleek T-Strap Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tkees-x-jcrew.md)