# Geeky Gaming Sneakers Converse Super Mario Bros Chuck Taylors Level Up Your Streetwear Game By Summer Luu | Published 2011-04-30 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-super-mario-bros-chuck-taylors References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2011/04/28/converse-x-super-mario-bros-chuck-taylor-hi/) & [converse.co.jp](http://www.converse.co.jp/) Celebrating the 25th anniversary of this iconic [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-meets-gelato-pique) character, [Converse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-pack) Japan got together with the video game company to produce the new Converse Super Mario Bros Chuck Taylors. These [geeky gaming shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shadow-classic-clog) are offered in two super-rad styles. They come in a black and white canvas, featuring an all-over print pattern of the Mario mascot himself. The Converse brand's star on the side is even modified to look like the shimmering Super Star from the game. Put a pair of these on and skip to the next level of streetwear style; they're definitely a power up and will earn you some points in nerdy street cred. The Converse Super Mario Bros Chuck Taylors are set for a release in July 2011. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Geeky Gaming Sneakers:** The trend of incorporating popular video game themes into sneaker designs, appealing to gamers and fans of classic franchises. - **Streetwear Fashion:** The trend of combining casual and athletic clothing styles with designer brands, creating a unique and trendy urban look. - **Collaborative Branding:** The trend of partnering with iconic video game companies to create limited edition sneaker releases, attracting loyal fans and collectors. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion/apparel:** The fashion and apparel industry can leverage the popularity of video games to create unique and sought-after sneaker designs, capturing the attention of gaming enthusiasts. - **Gaming/entertainment:** The gaming and entertainment industry can collaborate with fashion brands to create cross-promotional merchandise, tapping into the growing market of gaming-related fashion and collectibles. - **Retail/e-commerce:** The retail and e-commerce industry can capitalize on the demand for limited edition and exclusive collaborations between fashion and gaming brands, offering these products to consumers through online platforms and specialized stores. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Video Game Console Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-air-snes.md) - [Anime-Inspired Canvas Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-pack.md) - [TV-Inspired Classic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-converse.md) - [Japanese Artwork Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-allstar.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Summer Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shadow-classic-clog.md) - [Game Console Sneaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstationinspired-sneaker.md) - [Dazzling Crystal-Covered Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-x-swarovski-chuck-70-de-luxe-squared.md) - [Singer-Designed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-chuck-taylor-all-star-charli-xcx-by-you.md) - [Canvas Co-Branded Hi-Top Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-2.md)