# Religiously Studded Shoes These Cross-Covered Loafers from Pixie Market Embrace Gothic Style By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-09-21 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cross-studded-shoes References: [pixiemarket](http://www.pixiemarket.com/owen-cross-pointed-loafers.html) & [pixiemarket](http://www.pixiemarket.com) These black studded shoes from fashion e-retailer [Pixie Market](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/softgrip-hair-rollers) boast metal adornments of cross and fleur de lis motifs. The pointed loafers embrace a [Gothic style inspiration](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wednesday-capsule) and are an edgy accessory to try this season. Whether paired with a little black dress and black tights or tailored pants and a cropped sweater, these cross-covered flats are a great way to accessorize an understated office ensemble or Back to School season look. The shoes are an affordable take on religious fashions from [Dolce & Gabbana](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dolce-gabbana-dolce) and other luxe labels. Whatever your taste, you're sure to make a statement in these studded shoes from Pixie Market. The black and metal loafers are a fresh twist on a classic design and are sophisticated with a hint of edge. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## 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 - **Studded Shoes:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the footwear industry by incorporating unique and edgy embellishments on shoes. - **Gothic Style:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by embracing dark and alternative aesthetics in clothing and accessories. - **Religious Fashion:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by incorporating religious motifs and symbols into apparel designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear:** The footwear industry can explore new design possibilities by experimenting with studded embellishments on shoes, offering customers unique and fashionable options. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can tap into the gothic style trend and create alternative and edgy clothing and accessories that cater to consumers looking for non-traditional fashion choices. - **Luxury Fashion:** Luxury fashion brands can consider incorporating religious motifs into their designs, providing consumers with high-end religious fashion options that are inspired by designers like Dolce & Gabbana. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Romanticized Shoe Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mademe-x-dr-martens-1461-quad-shoe.md) - [Collaborative Statement Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystalstudded-clogs.md) - [Spooky Back-to-School Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keds-x-monster-high.md) - [Platform Patterned Loafer Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linoso-monk.md) - [Luxe Suede Rugged Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chrome-hearts-and-birkenstock.md) - [Beweled Fashion Forward Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simone-rocha-2.md) - [Seasonally Appropriate Footwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petals-pearls.md) - [Comfort-Centric Ultra-Stylish Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultrastylish-footwear.md) - [Dark Collab Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midnightblack-collection.md)