# Animal Mash-Up Ads Converse Alligator Ad Features a Ridiculously Intriguing Dog-Gator By Christina Butty | Published 2009-08-12 | Marketing Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-alligator-ad References: [converse](http://www.converse.com/?csid=404#/products/shoes/converseOne/scratch) It’s always a hoot when companies create funny innovative ads that break from the norm in order to get product attention. These [Converse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-70s-1) alligator ads for their customizable kicks are certainly fun. One ad features what appears to be a dog’s body with an alligator’s head wearing a pair of white Converse ‘All Stars’ with red detailing, while the other has an [unknown Sasquatch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ninlo). These monstrosities certainly stand out and intrigue potential customers about the product. Clicking on them links through to the [customizable Converse site](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-and-charli-xcx), where the fun continues. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Marketing](https://www.trendhunter.com/marketing) > [Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/branding) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Animal Mash-up Ads:** The trend of creating unique and funny ads by combining different animals to promote products can disrupt traditional advertising methods. - **Customizable Products:** The trend of designing customizable products, such as Converse shoes, can disrupt traditional product offerings. - **Interactive Advertising:** The trend of using interactive elements in ads, such as linking to a customizable site, can disrupt traditional passive advertising methods. ### Where This Applies - **Advertising:** The animal mash-up trend can be utilized by advertising agencies to create unique and engaging ads for their clients. - **Fashion:** The trend of customizable products, like Converse shoes, is disrupting the traditional fashion industry by providing consumers with personalized options. - **E-commerce:** The interactive advertising trend can be used by e-commerce companies to create a seamless experience for customers that leads to increased engagement and sales. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Authentic Footwear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocs-wonderfully-unordinary.md) - [Reptile-Pattern Sleek Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-70s-1.md) - [Stop-Motion Film-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-and-coraline.md) - [Creature-Inspired Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allpro-nitro.md) - [Adorable Holiday Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burberrys-holiday-campaign.md) - [Provocative AR Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/not-so-happy-animals.md) - [Monstrous Anime Footwear Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocs-pokmon.md) - [Panda-Inspired Sport Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panda-station.md) - [Scary Footwear Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocs-x-monsters-inc.md)