# Caribbean Oasis-Inspired Sneakers Concepts and Vans Joined Forces to Create the 'Jamaica' Series By Riley von Niessen | Published 2017-05-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concepts-and-vans References: [hypebae](https://hypebae.com/2017/4/concepts-vans-old-skool-jamaica-pack) & [cncpts](https://cncpts.com/pages/boston) In time for summer, Concepts and [Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-and-vans) launched a series of sneakers with [tropical patterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peach-and-teal) that add a seasonal vibe to any ensemble. The sneakers come in a variety of different colorways, with a bright orange version of Vans' 'Old Skool' silhouette available, in addition to ones that are a deep hue of green, and more subtle cream ones. All of the colorways feature vintage-style prints that are inspired by those used in Jamaica. These bright prints play off of the colors used on the canvas uppers perfectly, making for a cohesive look that's easy to wear. The Concepts and Vans sneakers are available in-store and online, and all of the colorways available in limited quantities. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Tropical-print Sneakers:** Opportunity to capitalize on the trend of incorporating tropical prints into sneaker designs for a seasonal and fashion-forward look. - **Limited Edition Sneakers:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in creating exclusive and limited quantity sneaker releases to drive demand and create a sense of urgency among consumers. - **Collaboration Sneaker Collections:** Opportunity to collaborate with different brands and create unique sneaker collections that cater to specific target markets. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers can leverage the trend of tropical-print sneakers to attract customers looking for stylish seasonal footwear options. - **Streetwear:** Streetwear brands can tap into the demand for limited edition sneakers and create highly coveted releases for their dedicated fan base. - **Sports Apparel:** Sports apparel companies can explore collaborations with sneaker brands to create special collections that appeal to athletes and sports enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Textured Sneaker Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-and-vans.md) - [Multi-Color Skater Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parra-and-otw.md) - [Streetwear Skate Remixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-future.md) - [Bold Collaborative Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sr-studio-la-ca-x-vans.md) - [Camo-Print Colorful Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-and-vans.md) - [Fashion-Inspired Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-skool-36-souvenir.md) - [Retro Patterned Collaborative Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/era-skool.md) - [Chromatic Textile Sneaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunnei-x-camper-pelotissima-collection.md) - [Textural Collaborative Bold Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passport-1.md)