# Cult Classic Footwear The Back to the Future Shoes are Perfect for a Marty McFly Halloween Costume By Meghan Young | Published 2014-09-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-the-future-shoes References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2014/9/nike-air-mag-halloween-costume-replicas-officially-licensed-by-universal-studios) & [halloweencostumes](http://www.halloweencostumes.com/back-to-the-future-2-light-up-shoes.html?PCID=20&AffiliateID=7104324) Those who were thinking of channeling their inner Marty McFly this Halloween season, will be pleasantly surprised by these Back to the Future shoes. Officially licensed by [Universal Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-hightop-sneakers), they are an impressive replica of the [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-5) Air Mag sneakers seen in the sequel. Reasonably priced considering that they light up and everything, they are not only great as a costume piece, but also as a [collector's item](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightup-delorean-popcorn). Appropriately available on HalloweenCostumes.com, the Back to the Future shoes come with a USB connector and are packaged in a collector’s box. Expected to be available at the end of September, people will be able to enjoy as authentic a costume as they can with these shoes. In fact, they will probably make their way to the international Comic Con event next year. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Retro-inspired Fashion:** Companies can capitalize on the popularity of nostalgic fashion pieces by offering modern recreations with high-quality materials and innovative twists. - **Collectible Merchandise:** Businesses can create value for fans of cult classics and fandoms by offering limited edition, officially licensed merchandise that can also serve as collector's items. - **Interactive Costume Accessories:** Opportunities exist for businesses to enhance the experience of wearing costumes by incorporating technology and various interactive features. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Industry:** By incorporating nostalgic elements and innovative features, the fashion industry can create new product lines to appeal to consumers with an affinity for cult classics. - **Entertainment Industry:** Companies in the entertainment industry can enhance the fan experience by creating limited edition merchandise that allows fans to immerse themselves in the world of their favorite franchises. - **Technology Industry:** The technology industry can capitalize on the increasing popularity of interactive and customizable products by developing innovative accessories that enhance the user experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Comedic Sci-Fi Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fun-ghostbusters-sneakers.md) - [Crackled Holiday-Inspired Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-5.md) - [Life-Sized Clog Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocs-costume.md) - [Retro Night Vision Goggles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jurassic-park-goggles.md) - [Mismatched Sci-Fi Cartoon Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puma-x-rick-and-morty-mb05.md) - [Horror-Creature-Inspired Footwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universal-monsters-collection.md) - [Horror Film-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horrific-crocs.md) - [80s-Inspired Sci-Fi Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alien-romulus-reebok-bb-4000-ii-mid-shoes.md) - [Wizardly Sneaker Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reebok-x-harry-potter.md)