# Adorned Rubbery Stilettos These Pink Balenciaga Heels Take Inspiration from Crocs By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2018-07-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-heels References: [cosmopolitan](https://www.cosmopolitan.com/style-beauty/fashion/a22341957/new-balenciaga-crocs-stiletto-heels/) & [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/Bkz9R1zFeJm/?hl=en&taken-by=balenciaga) [Crocs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunday-molded-mule) and [Balenciaga](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystalstudded-clogs) previously came together to create an $850 pair of [collaborative platform shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bae-clog) and now the designer brand is teasing images of all-new Balenciaga shoes that seem to take inspiration from Crocs. The bright pink Balenciaga stiletto design includes cut-out details on the toe and heel areas, which mimic the look of the classic, comfort-focused waterproof shoe. With the images that it has shared so far on social media, Balenciaga has not so much as posted a caption, leaving fans to wonder if the new Balenciaga shoe has been created as a tribute or as part of yet another collaboration with Crocs. The stiletto shoe is finished off by a range of accessory add-ons, which also mimic the design of the popular, previously released shoe style. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: 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 - **Rubbery Stilettos:** The rise of rubbery stilettos presents an opportunity for designers to create unique and comfortable footwear that blurs the line between fashion and practicality. - **Collaborative Footwear:** The growing trend of collaborative footwear encourages brands to explore new partnerships and create innovative designs that fuse different styles and aesthetics. - **Accessory Add-ons:** The popularity of shoe accessory add-ons opens up a disruptive opportunity for brands to offer customizable options and elevate the overall look and versatility of footwear. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can capitalize on the rubbery stilettos trend by experimenting with materials, colors, and designs to offer consumers stylish yet comfortable options. - **Footwear:** The footwear industry can explore collaborations with other brands to create unique and attention-grabbing designs that appeal to fashion-forward consumers seeking statement pieces. - **Accessories:** The accessories industry can tap into the rise of shoe accessory add-ons by developing innovative and versatile add-on options that allow consumers to customize their footwear. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collaborative Statement Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystalstudded-clogs.md) - [Luxurious Stealthy Fashion Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunday-molded-mule.md) - [Luxury Collaborative Fuzzy Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fur-crocs.md) - [Beweled Fashion Forward Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simone-rocha-2.md) - [Dynamic Ultra-High Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platform-sneaker-1.md) - [Stylish Platform Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bae-clog.md) - [Chunky Multi-Color Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubble-crush-clog.md) - [Gothic Style Perforated Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stomp-clog.md) - [High Fashion Clog Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocs-x-jean-paul-gaultier.md)