# Shark-Inspired Sneakers These BAPE Sneakers Feature the Brand's Iconic Shark Face on the Upper By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-10-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-sneakers References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2016/10/bape-shark-footwear-slip-on-yank-sta) & [bape](https://bape.com/index/?dfg) Expanding on its range of footwear, the Japanese streetwear label released a fresh series of BAPE sneakers. Two different silhouettes are available to consumers, one being the 'Shark SLIP-ON' and the other being the '1st Camo Shark YANK STA M1.' The BAPE sneakers feature the brand's name boldly on the back of the heels as well and the [shark design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/legacy-camo-shark) is shown differently on both models. While the SLIP-ONs are decorated with the jagged teeth and eyes on the upper, the other shows the monstrous being on the sides of the upper as well as on the toes. In addition to the different models, consumers can also pick up the BAPE sneakers in a number of colorways, including red, black navy and two different types of [camouflage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-x-ovo-1). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: 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 - **Streetwear-inspired Footwear:** Opportunity to explore fusion fashion trends by combining streetwear and sneakers design. - **Personalization:** Opportunity to create unique, limited edition designs that cater to consumer tastes. - **Nostalgia Marketing:** Opportunity to leverage nostalgia marketing by reviving iconic characters and brands. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Opportunity to produce innovative casual fashion footwear. - **Retail:** Opportunity to increase sales and attract a younger market through offering a unique product line. - **Marketing:** Opportunity to leverage social media and influencer marketing to reach younger demographics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Camo-Print Colorful Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-and-vans.md) - [Camo-Patterned Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-and-adidas.md) - [Patterned Collaborative Slip-On Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-clog-2.md) - [Chunky Collaborative Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lwst-sneaker.md) - [Streetwear-Fused Collaborative Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/legacy-camo-shark.md) - [Refined Minimalist Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-sta.md) - [Chinese Motif-Inspired Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-1.md) - [Brazil-Inspired Striking Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orketro-brazil.md) - [Blue Camo Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-x-ovo-1.md)