# Elegantly Translucent Platfoms These Alexander McQueen Plexi-Heeled Pumps Exude Glamor By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-04-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alexander-mcqueen-plexiheeled-pumps References: [designscene.net](http://www.designscene.net/2013/04/alexander-mcqueen-plexi-heeled-pumps.html) & [ssense](http://www.ssense.com/women/product/alexander_mcqueen/black_and_gold_suede_plexi-heeled_pumps/67027) These Alexander McQueen plexi-heeled pumps redefine the meaning of traditional glamour. Designed with the modern style setter in mind, these [elegant platformed heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platformstyle-sandals) mix black suede materiality along with luxuriously gilded accents. Moreover, the classically chic heels feature a translucent plexi glass heel that varies from dark, gold and clear opacities. Remixing a [popular 80s aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/julia-tassel-pump), these modernized pumps epitomize the true meaning of luxury. The dynamic footwear creations are a great [red carped option](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2025) but can also elevate a casual jean and t-shirt ensemble thanks to their monochromatic and metallic color scheme. These striking Alexander McQueen plexi-heeled pumps feature an ombre hued heel that offers up contemporary design details while exuding a classically elegant air that never goes out of fashion. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## 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 - **Translucent Heels:** There is an opportunity to innovate by producing heels with innovative, see-through materials and designs. - **Mixing Traditional with Modern:** There is an opportunity to mix traditional design elements with modern aesthetics to create unique, eye-catching products. - **Ombre Hues:** There is an opportunity to incorporate ombre hued designs into various consumer products, not just footwear. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Fashion industry players can leverage these emerging trends as inspiration to launch their own innovative product lines. - **Consumer Goods:** Consumer goods companies can explore how these trends can be incorporated into their own products to distinguish their brand from the competition. - **Retail:** Retail industry leaders can consider how these emerging trends can shape how they merchandise and market their products to consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [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) - [Limited-Edition Crystal Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stuart-weitzman-x-swarovski.md) - [Dynamic Ultra-High Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platform-sneaker-1.md) - [Varied Stylish Supportive Pumps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stessy.md) - [Holiday-Inspired Evening Wear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2025.md) - [Comfort-Forward Heel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vicki-collection.md) - [Sophisticated Nude Heel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nudes-capsule.md) - [Refined Comfort-Focused Footwear Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-footwear1.md)