# Hybrid Hosiery Footwear The Alexander Wang Sylvie Thigh-High Heel is Lingerie-Inspired By Jana Pijak | Published 2018-03-29 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alexander-wang-sylvie References: [alexanderwang](https://www.alexanderwang.com/ca/shop/women/shoes-pumps-sylvie-thigh-high-heels_cod11451789xs.html?dept=nwrrvlss) The Alexander Wang Sylvie thigh-high heel is a lingerie-inspired shoe modeled after traditional hosiery. While the shoe sits on a [4" leather-wrapped heel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nudes-capsule), its sheer [stocking material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elevated-luxury-tights) is what truly makes it stand out. The shoe's additional detailing is also made to mimic Cuban heel stockings known for thick toe and heel panels as well as a thin line that runs along the back of the leg. Made in Italy, the Alexander Wang Sylvie thigh-high heel is a delicate alternative to [traditional thigh-high boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-heights-platform-xtra) or stocking and heel pairings. With actual hosiery attached to the shoe's structure, the accessory rejects the idea of practicality and instead embodies an over-the-top and luxury-minded point of view. The product is guaranteed to make a statement and is sold alongside an ankle boot version with fishnet stocking detailing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 95% | 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Lingerie-inspired Footwear:** The combination of lingerie and footwear creates an opportunity for designers to create new, provocative products for a unique market. - **Sheer Material Trend:** The use of sheer materials in non-traditional products creates an opportunity to capitalize on the rise of see-through fashion. - **Luxury Statement Pieces:** With the success of statement pieces like the Alexander Wang Sylvie heel, there is an opportunity to create more high-end, over-the-top accessories. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can capitalize on the trend of combining lingerie and footwear to create a new product category. - **Textiles:** The use of sheer materials in products like the Sylvie heel creates an opportunity for the textile industry to develop new fabrics and materials. - **Luxury Goods:** The success of luxury statement pieces like the Sylvie heel creates an opportunity for the luxury goods industry to further develop high-end, unique accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Balletcore Heeled Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandy-liang-1.md) - [Comfortable Hybrid Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sneex.md) - [Stiletto Knee-High Suede Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anatomic-slipon-suede-boots.md) - [Dynamic Thigh-High Tech Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voo-store-1.md) - [Illusory Doll-Like Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illusion-boots.md) - [Dynamic Ultra-High Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platform-sneaker-1.md) - [Comfortable High-Heeled Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highheeled-sneaker.md) - [Sleek Western Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naked-wolfes-stark-boot.md) - [Sophisticated Nude Heel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nudes-capsule.md)