# Charismatic Cartoon Sneakers This Converse All Star Collection Features The Simpsons By Lacey-Jane Walsh | Published 2013-06-19 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-all-star-collection References: [hiconsumption](http://hiconsumption.com/2013/06/the-simpsons-converse-chuck-taylor-all-star-footwear-collection/) & [converse](http://www.converse.com/) Many kids who grew up in the 90s owned a pair of [Converse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-converse) shoes, but the new Converse [All Star](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-and-coraline) collection is something new entirely. The latest Converse sneaker collection will feature Bart and Homer Simpson. It seems only right for a [popular shoe brand like Converse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocacola-converse) to team up with an unstoppable cartoon force like The Simpsons. These stylish sneakers come in a couple different designs. Some are white, while others are black or blue. There is a Homer sneaker that features a speech bubble on it. The text in the bubble simply reads “Doh” (of course.) Bart has his own shoe design as well. This special sneaker features Bart writing out ridiculous lines on a chalk board. And there’s one shoe that features both of the Simpson men. These incredible cartoonish sneakers are sure to sell like hot cakes. Simpsons fans everywhere will want to invest in a pair. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## 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 - **Cartoon Sneaker Collaboration:** Opportunity for other popular cartoon franchises to collaborate with sneaker brands and create unique, collectible designs. - **Nostalgic Footwear:** Demand for footwear that taps into retro pop culture, appealing to adults who grew up in the 90s and have a fondness for iconic cartoons. - **Limited Edition Sneaker Releases:** Growing trend of releasing limited edition sneakers to create hype and exclusivity, driving up demand and sales. ### Who This Affects Most - **Footwear:** Opportunity for shoe brands to partner with well-known cartoon properties and release limited edition sneakers that cater to nostalgic consumers. - **Pop Culture Merchandise:** Increased demand for pop culture merchandise, opening up new opportunities for licensed collaborations and collectible items, including sneakers. - **Streetwear:** Streetwear brands can tap into the nostalgic trend by collaborating with cartoon franchises, creating unique and highly sought-after sneaker designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cartoon Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stan-smith-x-spongebob-squarepants.md) - [TV-Inspired Classic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-converse.md) - [Cartoon Franchise-Inspired Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-simpsons-classic-clog.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freizeit.md) - [Anime-Inspired Canvas Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-pack.md) - [Japanese Artwork Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-allstar.md) - [Singer-Designed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-chuck-taylor-all-star-charli-xcx-by-you.md) - [Cartoon-Themed Shoe Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reebok-x-sesame-street.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Casual Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patrick-star-superstar.md)