# Velcro-Obsessed High-Tops Strap in to the New Shoe Collection by Ann Demeulemeester By Peter Vallas | Published 2011-01-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ann-demeulemeester References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2011/01/ann-demeulemeester-high-sneakers/) & [anndemeulemeester.be](http://www.anndemeulemeester.be/) Designer Ann Demeulemeester is a couture designer specializing in modern and avant-garde styles for men and women. For her Spring/Summer 2011 collection, Ann Demeulemeester has introduced some new [high-top sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-tie-20) that will definitely turn some heads. These stylish sneaks come in either black or white and are made with high quality materials, making its $1025 price tag more justifiable. Check out these amazing designs by Ann Demeulemeester in the featured gallery. **Implications** - The recent recession prompted budget-conscious consumers to make affordable purchases at [vintage and thrift stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loved-to-death). This led to a resurgence of [retro fashions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbit-flash) reminiscent of their decades; consumers appreciate these styles for their kitschy qualities and rarity. Companies can appeal to fashionable demographics by incorporating elements of antiquity into their product designs. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Retro Fashion Resurgence:** Companies can appeal to fashionable demographics by incorporating elements of antiquity into their product designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Companies in the fashion industry can capitalize on the resurgence of retro fashions by incorporating vintage-inspired designs into their collections. - **Footwear:** Footwear companies can leverage the popularity of high-top sneakers by introducing innovative designs that incorporate unique features such as velcro straps. - **Luxury Goods:** Luxury brands can target affluent consumers by creating high-end versions of popular fashion trends, such as high-top sneakers with premium materials and elevated price points. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bold Suede Fashionable Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dries-van-noten-suede-sneaker.md) - [Luxury Retro-Style Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sons-rogue-baseline-hi-top-tan.md) - [Dynamic Ultra-High Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platform-sneaker-1.md) - [Organic Sleek Avant-Garde Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contranatural.md) - [Fashion-Forward Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentino-garavani-2.md) - [Chic Skater Style Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-b9s-sneakers.md) - [Dynamic Thigh-High Tech Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voo-store-1.md) - [High-End Sneaker Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viv-on-the-run.md) - [Couture Technical Sneaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juntae-kim.md)