# Multicolored Street Kicks The Converse x Marimekko Fall 2011 Collection Gives Colorful Vibrancy By Matt Ho | Published 2011-06-09 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-x-marimekko-fall-2011-collection References: [overhours](http://www.overhours.com/?p=9509) & [converse](http://www.converse.com/) With these colors, you'd think that the [Converse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stssy-and-converse) x Marimekko Fall 2011 Collection would be reserved for a Spring/Summer series, but surprisingly, both brands have implied these beautifully patterned footwear are reserved for the colder season. The brands continue their successful collaboration and it's no surprise considering how impressive the Converse x Marimekko Fall 2011 Collection is. Whether it's the [Chuck Taylors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-taylor-2) or the Jack Purcells models, all the sneakers are a mosaic of vibrant colors that are extremely pleasing to look at. From intricate patterns, floral designs to speckled designs, there's something here for everyone to enjoy. This also marks the comeback of Marimekko's most popular design the [Unikko](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocs-and-marimekko) from Maija Isola in addition to the newer ones that are in the collection. The sneakers are set to launch on June 23rd, 2011, so perhaps you don't have to rock these only in the fall after all. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Colorful Footwear:** The Converse x Marimekko Fall 2011 Collection offers vibrant, multicolored sneakers, presenting opportunities for innovative and eye-catching shoe designs. - **Collaborative Collections:** The successful collaboration between Converse and Marimekko showcases the potential for brand partnerships to create unique and highly desirable products. - **Season-inappropriate Fashion:** The release of the Converse x Marimekko Fall 2011 Collection challenges traditional fashion norms by introducing vibrant and colorful patterns typically associated with spring/summer styles. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** The Converse x Marimekko Fall 2011 Collection represents an exciting opportunity for the fashion industry to incorporate bold, colorful designs into their products. - **Footwear:** The collaboration between Converse and Marimekko highlights the potential for disruptive innovation in the footwear industry by combining traditional shoe designs with vibrant, eye-catching patterns. - **Retail:** The launch of the Converse x Marimekko Fall 2011 Collection demonstrates the potential for retailers to attract customers with unique and unexpected fashion collaborations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Joyfully Patterned Collaborative Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocs-and-marimekko.md) - [Spring-Ready Textural Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stssy-and-converse.md) - [Romantic Seasonal Sneaker Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-chucks-in-love.md) - [Colorful Personality Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wool-cruiser-sneakers.md) - [Collaborative Heritage Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocacola-converse.md) - [Chromatic Textile Sneaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunnei-x-camper-pelotissima-collection.md) - [Japanese Artwork Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-allstar.md) - [Custom Party Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-and-charli-xcx.md) - [Multi-Color Skater Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parra-and-otw.md)