# Bargain Busting Capsules The Black Friday Undefeated x Converse Ballistic Collection is Fresh By Taylor Keefe | Published 2011-11-27 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-friday-undefeated-x-converse-ballistic-collection References: [swagsofresh](http://swagsofresh.com/footwear/undefeated-x-converse-ballistic-black-friday-capsule-collection) & [undefeated](http://www.undefeated.com/) With Thanksgiving just days away, what better way to get rid of that turkey hangover than to treat yourself to the Black Friday Undefeated x [Converse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rise-through-the-ropes) Ballistic Collection. The mash-up will hit stores just in time for the unofficial start to your holiday shopping season. The Black Friday Undefeated x Converse Ballistic Collection have once again teamed up for the [streetwear capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corteiz-x-denim-tears), this time choosing an all black colorway to coincide with Black Friday. The sneakers come in two variations, the [Star Player High and Academy Low](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/endor-collection), alongside an A.L.I.C.E. backpack. All three pieces in the capsule are laced with insignias from both brands, and feature minimal design changes from past collaborations, so grab a pair now, because these items are a must-have. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Streetwear Collaborations:** The trend of streetwear collaborations between fashion and sneaker brands is disrupting the traditional fashion industry and creating new opportunities for brand partnerships. - **Black Friday Capsule Collections:** The trend of releasing limited edition capsule collections for Black Friday is disrupting the traditional retail industry and creating new opportunities for increased sales and customer engagement. - **Minimal Design Sneakers:** The trend of minimal design in sneakers is disrupting the traditional sneaker industry and creating new opportunities for innovation in material use and sustainable production. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Industry:** The release of limited edition streetwear collaborations is disrupting the fashion industry and creating new opportunities for brand partnerships, increased sales, and customer engagement. - **Retail Industry:** The trend of Black Friday capsule collections is disrupting the traditional retail industry and creating new opportunities for increased sales, customer engagement, and brand loyalty. - **Sneaker Industry:** The trend of minimal design in sneakers is disrupting the traditional sneaker industry and creating new opportunities for innovation in material use, sustainable production, and customer experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Resilient Collaboration Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rise-through-the-ropes.md) - [Stealthy All-Black Collaborative Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geo-forma-boot.md) - [TV-Inspired Classic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-converse.md) - [Collaborative Heritage Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocacola-converse.md) - [Spring-Ready Textural Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stssy-and-converse.md) - [Black Heritage-Inspired Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-joy.md) - [Festive Bold Court Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shai-001-winter-red.md) - [Canvas Co-Branded Hi-Top Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-2.md) - [Textural Chunky Collaborative Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kith-and-adidas-1.md)