# Studded Slip-Ons The Christian Louboutin Pik Boat Men's Flats are Some Edgy Kicks By Peter Vallas | Published 2011-01-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-louboutin3 References: [viacomit.net](http://viacomit.net/2011/01/10/christian-louboutin-“pik-boat-men’s-flat”-2011/) & [christianlouboutin](http://www.christianlouboutin.com/) The [Christian Louboutin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-louboutin-x-marvel) Pik Boat men's shoe is an awesome piece that is sure to make any dude stand out. The attractive [slip on](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slide-loafer) by Christian Louboutin features studded metal spikes outlining the awesome kicks. The sticker price is $795, which makes them quite the expensive pair of slip-ons, but the Christian Louboutin Pik Boat shoes will give you some bang for your buck. They are said to be made for the beach, however I feel like the Christian Louboutin Pik Boat are more comfortable being worn at a punk rock show. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Studded Slip-ons:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating unique and edgy designs into slip-on shoes to create a bold fashion statement for men. - **Expensive Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing affordable alternatives to high-end shoes by incorporating similar design elements at a lower price point. - **Versatile Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating slip-on shoes that can be worn for various occasions, from the beach to a punk rock show. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introducing unique and edgy designs in slip-on shoes to meet the changing fashion tastes of men. - **Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing affordable alternatives to high-end slip-on shoes without compromising on style and design. - **Lifestyle:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating versatile slip-on shoes that cater to different occasions and lifestyles, appealing to a wider consumer base. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Clog-Like Boat Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocs-islander-pitcrew.md) - [Red Bottom Premium Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clam-chair.md) - [Ultra-Luxurious Bridal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-bridal-collection.md) - [Dark Tonal Preppy Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fuzzy-boat-shoe.md) - [Fashion-Forward Lifestyle Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentino-garavani-2.md) - [Hybrid Sneaker-Inspired Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luca-chukka-sneaker-boot.md) - [Reimagined Lugged Boat Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handsewn-boat-shoe.md) - [Formal Skate Boat Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-2-eyelet.md) - [Stunning Japanese Art-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shun-sudo.md)