# Angry Footwear Cruel Designer Shoes By lourdes sanchez bayas | Published 2008-09-30 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cruel-shoes References: [2threads](http://www.2threads.com/Fetish-Footwear-1883-blogs.php) Pain-inducing shoes made the rounds at the fashion shows with such catwalk giants as [Christian Louboutin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maison-margiela-x-christian-louboutin), [Manolo Blahnik](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biscuiteers-and-manolo-blahnik), Gucci, Prada, Christian Dior, Rodarte, Emanuel Ungaro and Jimmy Choo making their contributions to the edgy fetish-inspired footwear extravaganza. There was a little bit of everything for the discriminating, bondage-loving woman including, what 2threads.com says, “studs, straps, spikes, dagger-like heels, black, patent leather" and buckles. **Implications** - The featured [skyscraper heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nudes-capsule) are perfect for the fall season. You won't have to worry about safety when you go out because your shoe practically doubles as a weapon! Those spikes definitely look sharp and pointy! The gallery features just a few of the badass heels that fashionistas will be grabbing off the shelves. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Pain-inducing Shoes:** Opportunity for creating footwear that combines edgy design with comfort. - **Fetish-inspired Footwear:** Opportunity for designers to explore alternative materials and unique design elements in shoes. - **Skyscraper Heels:** Opportunity to create fashion-forward heels that prioritize safety and stability. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to tap into the demand for bold and unconventional footwear. - **Footwear:** Opportunity for shoe manufacturers to innovate with materials and construction techniques for pain-free, yet stylish shoes. - **Safety Products:** Opportunity for safety equipment manufacturers to collaborate with fashion designers and create stylish self-defense accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dynamic Ultra-High Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platform-sneaker-1.md) - [Comfort-Forward High Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vida-collection.md) - [Romanticized Shoe Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mademe-x-dr-martens-1461-quad-shoe.md) - [Sleek Western Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naked-wolfes-stark-boot.md) - [Spikey Collaborative Footwear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luca-magliano.md) - [Department Store-Exclusive Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cappa-blade-starsway.md) - [Platform Statement Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8inch-flipflops.md) - [Collaborative Footwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maison-margiela-x-christian-louboutin.md) - [Beweled Fashion Forward Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simone-rocha-2.md)