# Subtly Style-Meshed Shoes These Cute Booties are a Mash-Up of Several Styles By Jen Chae | Published 2013-07-31 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cute-booties References: [fancy](http://www.fancy.com/things/412043575992257829/Zenobia-Sandals-by-ialave) & [ialave](http://www.ialave.com/en/) If you're looking for cute booties that are truly versatile, the Zenobia sandals would do the job -- they're basically like a collage of different fashion genres. Combining classic chic, retro, futuristic and even tribal into one perfect pair, shoe designer Eva Lai of i'alave kept innovation in mind. The color-blocked toe front of the booties resemble a retro feel, as do the shoes' [slightly platformed sole](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platformstyle-sandals). The booties still keep the classic shape of a dainty stiletto ankle boot, but has a [futuristic heel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-acg-air-zoom-gaiadome-goretex-digi-camo) shaped like a lightning bolt. The heel is definitely one of the most eye-catching parts, because it's made of a clear plastic. Finally, the lace-up front is accentuated with tribal-printed ribbons. Not only is the shoe edgy and bold, but it's also dainty in the way it is embellished -- it would match literally any outfit. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Versatile Booties:** The trend of combining multiple fashion genres in one shoe opens up opportunities for creating versatile booties that can match any outfit. - **Retro-futuristic Design:** The innovative blend of retro and futuristic elements in shoe design presents opportunities for creating unique and eye-catching footwear. - **Tribal-inspired Accents:** The use of tribal-printed ribbons as accents on shoes provides avenues for incorporating cultural influences into fashionable footwear. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear:** The footwear industry can explore the trend of creating versatile booties with a blend of different fashion genres. - **Fashion Design:** Fashion designers can tap into the retro-futuristic design trend to create innovative and visually appealing footwear. - **Textile and Print:** The textile and print industry can capitalize on the use of tribal-inspired accents in shoes, offering unique fabrications and designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Western Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naked-wolfes-stark-boot.md) - [Chunky Hybrid Boot Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/y3-kyasu-overboot.md) - [Hybrid Love-Motif Cozy Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-dipper-boot.md) - [Unique Platform-Style Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platformstyle-sandals.md) - [Sleek Hybrid Boot Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yohji-yamamoto-2.md) - [Randomness-Inspired Designer Footwear Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beauty-in-chaos.md) - [Textured Floral Design Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oasis-society.md) - [Comfort-Centric Ultra-Stylish Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultrastylish-footwear.md) - [Blockish Tread-Covered Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mschf-24-boot.md)